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Yes, as an Indian citizen, you need a tourist visa before entering France. However, France is part of the Schengen area, meaning you need a Schengen visa. This visa allows you to visit France and other Schengen states simultaneously.

Let's look at the requirements for a French visa for Indians and the application process when applying for a tourist visa for France from India. Here are the French tourist visa requirements:

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  Schengen application form: A duly completed and signed Schengen visa application form.

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  Passport: A valid passport or travel document with at least two blank pages must be issued no later than 10 years ago and valid for 3 months after the end of the trip.

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  Passport photo: One passport photo of yourself that meets the requirements for the Schengen visa photo.

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  Flight tickets: A return flight ticket that proves you plan to return to your home country.

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  Proof of accommodation: Private accommodation, a rental agreement, hotel reservations, etc. Accommodation proof must cover the entire stay and all the Schengen countries you plan to visit besides France.

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  If you have booked a packaged tour, Attach a detailed travel itinerary. If you are staying with a private individual, you must present a CERFA form as proof of accommodation.

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  Cover letter: A cover letter explaining the purpose of your trip, what you plan to do, and when you'll return home. It just proves the purpose of your trip.

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  Schengen travel Insurance/ Medical insurance: This insurance has a minimum coverage of EUR 30,000 and is valid for the entire travel duration. The Schengen travel insurance must cover the entire area, not just France.

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  Proof of financial funds: You need sufficient funds for your trip to Schengen. This can be proved through a cover letter and a bank statement for the last 3 months, stamped and signed by your bank manager.

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  Income tax: A copy of the Income Tax Department Return + ITR V acknowledgement of the previous financial year and a signed and stamped leave permission from your employer.

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  If you are self-employed: You must present a copy of your business license in India. In addition, the bank manager must sign and stamp company income tax returns for the past two years and a copy of the company's bank statement for the past three months.

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  If you own a business in India: You need to present the company's certificate of registration (Form B, rule 5(1) or Form ST3, rule 11).

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  If you are a student: You must present a copy of the enrolment paper that proves the applicant has planned to study in that school/university.

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  Proof of employment/studies: Official letterhead, stamped and dated.

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  Employment Status: Documents showing your employment status.

The applicable France Schengen visa fees for Indians are as follows:

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  For adults: € 80 (approximately ₹ 7,185).

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  For children aged 6 to 12 years: € 40 (approximately ₹ 3,592).

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  For children below 6 years: Free.

Using Atlys for a France visa application can guarantee an appointment, and if your appointment is delayed, you can get a full refund.

Atlys offers a personal visa concierge service that enables visa applicants to obtain expedited visa appointments for France.

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  Start the process: Start the visa application by visiting Atlys.

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  Provide details: your travel details, including your travel dates and passport image.

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  Pay the fee: Pay the applicable fee and checkout.  

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  Connect with a visa expert: Our visa specialist will contact you shortly after you submit your application.

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  In-depth review of your documents: A visa expert will review your trip details, residence, job background, and documents to ensure they meet the visa application requirements.

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  Express visa appointment: Atlys schedules your ideal France visa slot in India.

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  Detailed visa checklist: We provide a preparation list for your France visa appointment in India.

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  Attend your scheduled visa meeting: On the day of your meeting, you must submit your documents, attend a short interview, and, if required, submit your biometrics.

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  Await your visa: Atlys will inform you once it is approved. You can also stay updated by tracking your France visa through the Atlys app.

The usual France visa processing time in India is 15 calendar days after your visa appointment.

Still, it is best to apply earlier if there are delays or you need help finding French appointments in India.

Using Atlys:

You can check your visa status through Atlys by following the below steps:

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   Open your Atlys app.

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   Go to the “Profile” section.

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   Select the “My Documents” tab.

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   You can click on your France visa application from the “My Visa” section to check its status.

Using the government website:

You can track your application through the France visa application website. To do so, you must select the visa application centre from which you applied. 

Apply through Atlys, and you'll receive regular updates on your visa application status. You will be notified about the progress through Whatsapp.

The Schengen Visa France will allow you to visit France for a maximum of 90 days every 180 days. Always check the validity period on your visa sticker before travelling.

Remember,  overstaying your welcome in France can lead to heavy fines, jail time, and even a ban.

Embassy of India, Paris, France

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  Address: 13-15 rue Alfred Dehodencq, 75016 - Paris, France

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  Website: https://www.eoiparis.gov.in/l

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  Email: Passport services:-[email protected],

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   Visa Services:- [email protected],

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  OCI and Misc. Consular Services:-[email protected] 

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  Telephone number: +33 1 40 50 70 70 [General Information],  +33 1 40 50 71 71 [Consular Information]

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  Working hours: 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM on working days from Monday to Friday

For Indian citizens travelling to France, the major entry ports include:

International Airports:

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  Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - Paris

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  Orly Airport (ORY) - Paris

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  Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) - Nice

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  Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) - Lyon

Seaports:

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  Port of Marseille - The largest port in France, located in the Mediterranean.

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  Port of Le Havre - Major port on the English Channel.

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  Port of Dunkirk - Important port near the Belgian border.

Land Ports:

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  Eurotunnel (Channel Tunnel) Terminal at Calais

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  Borders with Belgium 

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  Borders with Luxembourg 

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  Borders with Germany

When seeking a visa extension, you must demonstrate that circumstances beyond your control, humanitarian concerns, or significant personal reasons prevent you from departing the Schengen Area before your visa expires. 

Generally, extensions are only granted if your stay in the Schengen Area has been under 90 days within the last 180 days and your current visa is still valid.

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  Ensure that your passport is valid for at least 6 more months after you leave the Schengen area.

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  The earliest you can apply for your France visa for Indians is 6 months in advance.

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  Health insurance is mandatory when applying for a Schengen visa.

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  You are required to submit your biometrics when applying for your Schengen visa unless you have submitted them within the last 59 months.

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  Securing a Schengen visa appointment can be time-consuming. Apply for your visa 2-3 months before your travel dates.

Application centres all across India widely accept cash and card (debit/credit) payments for your visa application. However, it is always recommended to call and check in advance.

Also, the card facility may sometimes not work at the centre due to technical reasons. In such cases, you can carry cash with you.

First, minors must present the same documents mentioned in this post. Furthermore, they need to submit the following additional documents:

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  An application form signed by both parents.

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  A birth certificate.

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  A family court order – in cases where only one parent has full custody of the child.

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  Certified copies of both parents' IDs/passports are required.

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  A notarized parental authorisation is signed by both parents/legal guardians if your child will be travelling alone.

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  If you have stepchildren - A letter from the mother or father that permits the children to travel with you.

Check this all-inclusive guide to learn the exact process of applying for a Schengen Visa for minors.

Although you can always re-apply after a few days of rejection, it may be better to appeal the initial decision within the given time, i.e., 30 days from the date of rejection. It is highly critical that you arrange for the missing documents or information that caused the rejection and write a compelling Appeal Letter.

If visiting just one Schengen country, apply for a visa at its embassy in your home country. If visiting multiple Schengen states, apply where you'll stay the longest. If stays are equal, apply at the embassy of your first destination. If your stays differ in length, apply where you'll be the longest

If you were granted a short-stay visa or are exempt from obtaining one upon your arrival in France, you must be prepared to meet all the requirements of the border police:

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  Passport: Carry your passport (and visa, if applicable).

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  Supporting documents: Provide documents detailing the purpose of your trip, proof of sufficient funds for your stay, and evidence of your means to return to your home country.

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  Insurance certificate: You must have an insurance certificate that covers all medical and hospital expenses for the duration of your stay in France, including medical repatriation costs and expenses in the event of death.

Holders of multiple-entry visas must carry a health insurance certificate for every trip.

Please note that having a visa in your passport does not guarantee entry into the Schengen area. The border police may still refuse your entry. If you were granted a long-stay visa, the border police will only require your passport with the visa, which must be stamped with your entry date into France.