France•EuropeAirport Transit Visa (Type A)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
24 days
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for transit through French airport international zone without leaving the airport. Valid for 24 hours within international transit zone only.
The airport transit visa allows foreign nationals to remain in the international transit zone of a French airport for a maximum of 24 hours while connecting to another flight. This visa does not permit entry into French territory or the Schengen Area.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months beyond intended travel months
Eligible Nationalities
This visa is available to citizens of: AF, AO, AM, AZ, BD, BY, CF, TD, CG, CD, CU, DO, EG, ER, ET, GE, GH, GN, HT, IN, IR, IQ, CI, JO, KZ, KG, ML, MR, MD, NG, PK, PH, RU, SN, SL, SO, SS, LK, SD, SY, TJ, TR, TM, UA, UZ, VN, YE, PS
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration of transit
Onward ticket
Proof of next flight or connection
Travel documentation
For final destination
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Advantages
- Quick processing
- Low cost (often free)
- Necessary for certain nationalities transiting France
Considerations
- Extremely limited duration (24 hours)
- Cannot leave airport international zone
- Cannot explore France
- No work or other activities permitted
Application Process
Determine eligibility
Check if your nationality requires airport transit visa
Gather documents
Prepare passport and proof of onward travel
Submit at airport
Apply at airport transit visa desk or at consulate before travel
Receive visa
Airport transit visa issued immediately
Application Forms
Airport Transit Visa Application
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