France Visa for Indians: Types, Official Portal & Documents (2026)

Ways to enter France

• Embassy visa

  Schengen short-stay visa (type C)

  Visa for tourism, family visits or business up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Apply in person with biometrics at the consulate or its visa application centre.

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Typical documents

Commonly requested items. The official checklist for your visa category always takes priority.

• Completed Schengen visa application form, signed
• Passport issued within the last 10 years, valid at least 3 months beyond departure, with 2 blank pages
• Recent photos meeting ICAO specifications
• Travel medical insurance covering the whole Schengen stay (minimum EUR 30,000 cover)
• Flight reservation and hotel bookings or invitation
• Bank statements, salary slips or ITRs showing sufficient funds
• Employment letter/leave approval or proof of business/studies

17 listed providers file France tourist applications for Indian passports. Totals below are illustrative sample figures (service + estimated government fee), not quotes. You can also apply yourself on the official portal above.

• Natvisa16–28 days · sample₹9,550sample total
• Stamp My Visa13–23 days · sample₹9,550sample total
• BLS International24–41 days · sample₹9,960sample total
• OneVasco16–27 days · sample₹9,960sample total
• Visa2Fly13–23 days · sample₹9,960sample total
• Atlys11–18 days · sample₹10,380sample total

Tips before you apply

• Apply to the country of your main destination (longest stay), or first entry if stays are equal.
• Book the appointment early – summer and December slots go fast.
• Keep your itinerary consistent across flights, hotels and insurance.
• Your first entry should normally be through the country that issued the visa if it is your main destination.
• Do not pay agents who promise 'guaranteed' approval – decisions are only made by the consulate.

France visa FAQ for Indians