France e-Visa for Indian citizens
Indian passport holders can apply online and receive their France e-visa in 5 days. Stay up to 90 days. Total cost USD 140.
What Indian applicants need
- India passport valid 6+ months
- Recent digital photo (auto-captured)
- Travel dates (entry & exit)
- Accommodation in France
- Last bank statement
- Return ticket (optional)
Fees
FAQ for Indian applicants
Which Schengen consulate should Indian applicants use for a multi-country trip?+
The country where you spend the most nights. If nights are equal, apply to your first point of entry. France is a common answer for Paris-centred itineraries and currently has shorter queues than Germany.
How much money should Indian applicants show for a France visa?+
Budget roughly EUR 65–100 per day of stay as steady visible balance across six months. Sudden large deposits shortly before filing are the most questioned pattern.
Do I need travel insurance for a France Schengen visa?+
Yes, and it is mandatory: minimum EUR 30,000 medical cover valid in all Schengen states for the full trip. Applications without it are refused on submission.
How long does a France visa take from India?+
Usually 10–15 working days from biometrics, longer between May and August when summer demand peaks. Book your VFS appointment as early as the 6-month window allows.
Can UAE-resident Indians apply for a France visa from Dubai?+
Yes, provided your UAE residence permit is valid at least three months beyond your return date. A stable UAE salary and tenancy contract usually make for a stronger file than filing from India.
Do Indian citizens need a visa for France?+
Yes. Indian passport holders need a E-Visa to enter France. It can be applied for entirely online through Vizaezy and is typically issued in 5 days.
How long does the France visa take for Indian applicants?+
Median processing time is 5 days from the moment your documents are submitted. Vizaezy tracks your application against the government portal in real time.
How much does a France visa cost from India?+
Total cost is USD 140 — that's USD 90 in government fees plus USD 50 for Vizaezy's service. Government fees are non-refundable, our service fee is refunded if the visa is denied.
How long can Indian citizens stay in France?+
The E-Visa permits a stay of up to 90 days and is valid for 180 days from issue.
What documents do Indian applicants need?+
A passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo, travel dates, accommodation details and proof of funds. Vizaezy auto-extracts your passport fields on-device — no manual data entry required.
France is the highest-volume Schengen consulate for Indian applicants and often has shorter VFS appointment queues than Germany or the Netherlands. Apply here only if France is your main destination or first entry.
Eligibility criteria for Indian applicants
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Correct consulate | Apply to France if it is your longest stay, or your first entry when nights are equal |
| Insurance | Travel medical cover of at least EUR 30,000, valid across Schengen |
| Financials | 6 months of statements, roughly EUR 65–100 per day of stay |
| Ties to India | Employment leave approval, business proof or property records |
| Biometrics | In person at VFS unless collected within the last 59 months |
France visa cost breakdown from India
| Government / immigration feePaid directly to the issuing authority — non-refundable | USD 97 |
| Vizaezy service feeDocument review, filing and tracking — refunded on eligible rejection | USD 79 |
| VFS service chargePaid at the centre on the appointment day | USD 25 |
| Indicative total (all items above) | USD 201 |
How Indian citizens apply, step by step
- 1
Consulate selection
1 dayWe map your nights per country to confirm France is the legally correct consulate — filing at the wrong one is an automatic refusal.
- 2
Document pack
2–3 daysCover letter, itinerary, hotel bookings for every night, insurance certificate and six months of statements.
- 3
France-Visas form and appointment
1–2 daysWe complete the online form and secure the earliest VFS slot available in your city.
- 4
Biometrics to decision
10–15 working daysYou attend the appointment; we track the file and prepare you for passport collection.
Consular & embassy contacts for Indian citizens
Recent France consular updates require a re-uploaded biometric photo if the original is over 6 months old.
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