Paris Visa for Indians: Required

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Indian passport holders need a visa before travelling to Paris. Check the current fee, documents, application route, and processing guidance below.

Visa Requirement
Visa Required

Guide updated: 28 September 2026

Key Information

Stay Duration
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area, within your visa’s validity and granted stay
Processing Time
Normally 15 calendar days after an admissible application is lodged; up to 45 days for further scrutiny. Appointment waiting time is extra.
Visa Fee
Standard fee: €90 for ages 12+; €45 for ages 6–11; under 6: no visa fee. Other waivers and separate service charges may apply.
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Key Requirements

  • Passport issued within the previous 10 years, with at least two blank pages and valid at least three months after your intended departure from the Schengen area
  • Travel medical insurance of at least €30,000, covering the Schengen area for your stay, including emergency medical treatment, hospital care and medical repatriation
  • Accommodation evidence for the whole stay; a private host normally needs a town-hall-validated attestation d’accueil
  • Proof of sufficient funds and return arrangements; use the France-Visas checklist for your personal circumstances

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Apply through France when it is your sole or main Schengen destination by length or purpose; if no main destination can be determined, use the country of first Schengen entry

  2. 2

    Use France-Visas to complete the online form and generate the supporting-document checklist for your situation

  3. 3

    For applicants legally resident in India, book through VFS France; the official India page allows a choice of VFS centres in India

  4. 4

    Bring the printed application, receipt, appointment confirmation and complete supporting file; follow VFS instructions for attendance and any biometric exemption

  5. 5

    Pay the applicable visa fee and separate service charges; the French consular authorities decide the application

  6. 6

    Track your submission through VFS and collect your passport when notified

Documents Required

  • Passport and copy: issued within the previous 10 years, at least two blank pages, valid at least three months beyond intended Schengen departure
  • Printed France-Visas application and receipt, appointment confirmation and recent ICAO-format photographs
  • Schengen-wide medical insurance certificate meeting the €30,000 minimum and required medical/repatriation cover
  • Accommodation evidence for the full itinerary, or the original validated attestation d’accueil for a private-host stay where required
  • Financial evidence, such as recent bank statements and income evidence, plus documents showing your intention and means to return; follow your generated checklist for the exact documents
  • Travel plans and the remaining supporting documents requested by France-Visas for your personal, employment and family situation

Pro Tips

  • Check passport issue and expiry dates before booking your visa appointment
  • Use the checklist generated by France-Visas for your own circumstances; previous travel does not guarantee a new visa
  • If fingerprints were recorded for a previous Schengen visa less than 59 months ago, bring a copy of that visa and ask VFS whether they can be reused; do not assume the appointment is waived
  • Keep insurance and accommodation evidence available for border checks as well as the visa application

Important Notes

  • • A uniform Schengen visa normally covers the Schengen area; check its territorial restrictions, dates, permitted entries and granted days
  • • The 90 days in any 180-day period is a shared Schengen limit, not an allowance per country
  • • The main destination depends on the length or purpose of your visit; first entry decides only when no main destination can be identified
  • • Carry supporting documents at the border: a visa does not guarantee admission
  • • For entry to France, the published funds benchmarks are €65 per day with hotel bookings, €120 per day without, or €32.50 per day with a validated attestation d’accueil; mixed hotel coverage uses the corresponding daily rates

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Official Sources

Primary official sourceEuropean Commission: Schengen application guidanceVisa Code: fees, stay and decision periodsFrance-Visas application stepsFrance arrival documents and fundsFrance-Visas FAQ

Best Time to Apply

Apply as early as practical within the six-month window, allowing for appointments and processing. General guidance says at least 15 days before travel; the France-Visas India page separately lists a five-day minimum for Indian passport holders born in India. Confirm late filing with VFS or the consulate; it is not a five-day decision guarantee.

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Disclaimer: Visa requirements can change. Always verify with official government sources before making travel plans. VisaHacks provides information for reference only.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a France Schengen visa cost for Indians?
The standard visa fee is €90 from age 12, €45 for ages 6–11 and waived below age 6. Other exemptions and separate VFS charges may apply; the fee is collected in INR at the official conversion rate.
Which countries can I visit with a France Schengen visa?
A uniform visa normally permits travel throughout the Schengen area, subject to its territorial validity, entry count, dates and granted stay. The shared ceiling is 90 days in any 180 days; a visa does not guarantee entry.
How long does a France visa take from India?
The normal decision period is 15 calendar days after an admissible application is lodged and may extend to 45 days for further scrutiny. Appointment waiting time is additional.

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