Apply for Schengen Tourist Visa from India

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List of France Tourist Visa Requirements:

1. Original passports with 6 months validity from date of arrival in France + Old passports if any. passport should have 2 blank pages.
2. Visa Application forms.
3. 2 photographs : 35X45mm, white background matt finish, 80% face size.
4. Covering letter mentioning the details of the traveler, travel, and details of visit.
5. Confirmed hotel reservation for the entire stay.
6. Confirm Air Tickets.
7. Day to Day Itinerary
8. Travel Insurance
9. Income tax returns or Form 16 for last 3 years.
10. Original personal bank statments for last 6 months updated and bank seal & sign on it.
11. Salary Slips for last 3 months – if employed
12. Original Leave Letter fro Employer/School/College.
13. Retire proof /Pension order- if retired
14. If Self Employed – Company registration proof. MOA/Shop ACt/Deed etc.
15. If Student – School/College ID card copy.
16. Note*  Applicants need to go personally for submission with prior appointment if applying for first time to Schengen Country after 2nd November 2015.

• Visa Fees: INR 5939/- pp
• Time Required: 10 – 15 working days

*Note:

• Visa Fee Subject to Change.
• Although the information on this website has been prepared with utmost care. However, regulations and requirements are subject to change.
• Embassy/Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or personal appearance for an interview in special cases. Submission of the above-mentioned documents does not guarantee that a visa is granted. Submission of incomplete documentation or refusal to appear for a special visa interview may result in the rejection of your application.