France Visa from India
Last reviewed: 15 July 2026 · Verified against current VFS Global India fees
Processing
~15 days
Fee Range
₹8,500 – ₹11,000
Documents
14 required
VFS Centre
VFS Global New Delhi
Get your France visa assessed — free
Leave your number and we'll WhatsApp you back. No long forms, no obligation.
✓ The ₹499 report is fully refundable · our refund promise
Reply within 5 minutes · 4.9★ from 90+ verified Google reviews
“Very transparent and supportive staff. Lifeset Overseas helped me with my visitor visa application and the process was stress-free. They keep you updated at every step and provide honest advice. Best immigration consultants in Patiala.”
“Excellent service! The team is very knowledgeable and the processing was incredibly fast. I applied for a Switzerland tourist visa and received it within just 13 days. Highly recommended. Thank you again, ji!”
France VFS slots change daily. Call us for today's earliest available tourist-visa appointment.
Choose Your Visa Type
France Visa — All Types
Each visa type has its own fees, documents, and processing rules. Tap any card for the complete guide.
France Tourist Visa
Schengen short-stay visa for Indian citizens travelling to France for tourism, sightseeing and leisure — up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Apply online via France-Visas, biometrics at VFS.
France Business Visa
Schengen short-stay business visa for Indian professionals attending meetings, negotiations, conferences or contracts in France — up to 90 days. Apply online via France-Visas, biometrics at VFS.
France Visit Visa
Schengen short-stay visa for Indian citizens visiting family or friends living in France — up to 90 days. Apply online via France-Visas, biometrics at VFS.
France Student Visa
National (Type D) long-stay visa for Indian students enrolled in a French institution for a course longer than 90 days — decided by the French immigration authorities.
France Work Visa / Permit
Information only — France work visas / permits are National (Type D) long-stay categories. SureshotVisa does NOT process or provide France work visas or work permits.
Other categories we handle
Don't see your category? Tell us your situation — we'll route you to the right specialist.
⚙️ Application Process
Ask free on WhatsApp
Chat with our visa expert. We recommend the right visa type and review your eligibility.
Prepare Documents
Upload documents to your portal. Our team reviews each one and flags what's missing.
VFS Appointment
We book the earliest VFS slot, prepare your file, and brief you for biometrics.
Biometrics & Submission
Visit VFS centre for biometrics. Your application is submitted to the embassy.
Track & Receive
Track status via your dashboard. Once approved, collect your passport with the visa.
Knowledge Hub
Latest France Visa Guides
In-depth articles for France visa applicants from India.
France Visa Appointment 2026: How to Get a VFS Slot
Six field-tested plays for landing a France VFS appointment from India in 2026 — the 6-month runway, the barcode receipt, and file-first discipline that wins slots.
France Drops Airport Transit Visa for Indians: What Actually Changed (And What Didn't)
On 10 April 2026, France stopped requiring Indians to get an Airport Transit Visa for layovers at French airports. The full before-and-after, the fine print no agent will tell you, and who actually saves money.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Canada: The Ultimate Visual Guide You NEED Before Booking Your Trip
💡 Important Tips
- One Schengen visa lets you enter via France and travel all 29 Schengen countries on the same visa.
- Current France appointment wait is about Days – weeks — book your VFS slot early to protect your travel date.
- Allow around 15 days for France — apply 4–6 weeks before you fly.
- Keep your bank balance healthy — ₹3–5 lakh is a safe range for most short-stay visas.
- Show strong ties to India (stable job, property, family) — the biggest approval lever.
- Book refundable flights and hotels until the visa is approved.
- Buy travel insurance before your embassy / VFS appointment.
- Carry originals plus photocopies to VFS, and never give false or inconsistent information.
Planning your trip
Know France before you go
About France
Romance, Art & the Heart of Europe
France is the world's most-visited country and the classic first Europe trip for Indian travellers — Paris and the Eiffel Tower, the art of the Louvre, Riviera beaches and vineyards from Bordeaux to Champagne. As a Schengen member, a France visa also lets you travel across 28 other European countries on the same visa.
Capital
Paris
Currency
Euro (€)
Language
French / English
Flight time
~9h from Delhi
Why Indians Love Visiting
Paris & the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Seine cruises and Montmartre — the most iconic skyline in Europe.
World-class art
The Louvre (Mona Lisa), Musée d'Orsay and the Palace of Versailles — centuries of art and royal history.
French Riviera
Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez — Mediterranean beaches, glamour and the Monaco border.
Wine & cuisine
Bordeaux and Champagne vineyards, plus patisseries, crêpes and plenty of vegetarian options in the cities.
Schengen gateway
One France visa unlocks all 29 Schengen countries — ideal for a multi-country Europe tour.
Top Places to Visit
Best Time to Visit
Spring
Apr–JunMild, blooming gardens, fewer crowds than summer. Ideal for Paris + Loire.
Summer
Jul–AugRiviera beach season, long days. PEAK — book early; Paris is busy and warm.
Autumn
Sep–OctGrape-harvest season, golden light, comfortable sightseeing.
Winter
Nov–MarChristmas markets, Alps skiing, quieter museums. Cold but atmospheric.
France is the most-visited country on Earth — around 90 million tourists a year.
The Louvre is the world's largest art museum; 30 seconds per artwork would take ~100 days to see them all.
Disneyland Paris is Europe's most-visited theme park.
France is famous for having over 1,000 varieties of cheese.
Need help with the France file?
₹499 possibility report. Honest verdict in 24h. Refundable, credited to any service.
Free · No obligation · Reply in minutesContact Us
info@sureshotvisa.comRelated Countries
Also relevant
More for France applicants
France visa fee calculator
Embassy fee + VFS charge + service fee in INR
Schengen visa refused? Recovery guide
Same refusal patterns across all 29 Schengen states
Live France visa appointments — India 2026
Updated weekly across every Indian VAC city
France visa from Patiala
VFS, document help, slot booking
France visa from Jalandhar
VFS, document help, slot booking
France Visa Appointment 2026: How to Get a VFS Slot
Six field-tested plays for landing a France VFS appointment from India in 2026 — the 6-mon…
Ready?
Start your France visa file with experts.
₹499 · refundable · honest Yes / Maybe / No in 24h · credited to any service you book.