France

Visa for transit through French airport international zone without leaving the airport. Valid for 24 hours within international transit zone only.

Long-stay visa for young people (18-30) caring for children in host families. Cultural exchange program with language learning component.

Multiple-entry short-stay visa for frequent travelers making multiple trips to France. Allows up to 90 days per 180-day period for the entire validity of the visa.

Long-stay visa for spouses and dependents of foreign nationals already resident in France (work permit/residence permit holders).

Long-stay visa for spouses and dependents of French nationals.

Long-stay visa for children and dependent family members joining parents or guardians in France.

Long-stay visa for spouses/partners of foreign nationals or French citizens resident in France.

Visa for employees of French Tech-certified companies, with streamlined process and benefits.

Visa for entrepreneurs and founders of tech companies recognized by French Tech ecosystem.

Visa for investors backing French Tech companies with capital investment.

Visa for non-EU employees temporarily transferred from foreign company to French subsidiary. Requires senior position or expert status.

Short-stay visa valid for entry to France only (marked 'FRANCE') or France and specific overseas territories, with limited Schengen area validity.

Long-stay visa for private individuals visiting France without employment. Requires proof of sufficient financial means.

Long-stay visa for vocational trainees and apprentices undergoing occupational training in France.

National short-stay visa for visiting French overseas departments and territories. Not valid for mainland France.

Long-stay visa for foreign nationals taking employment with a French employer. Employer must sponsor the application.

Long-stay visa for minors under 18 whose parents are not in France, attending school or language/sports courses for periods exceeding 90 days.

Visa for workers taking seasonal employment in agriculture, tourism, and related sectors.

Long-stay visa for self-employed individuals and liberal professionals (consultants, doctors, architects, etc.) establishing business or professional practice in France.

Short-stay Schengen visa for business purposes including meetings, conferences, and short-term professional activities.

Uniform Schengen visa for short stays up to 90 days within 180 days for tourism, business, family visits, or short professional activities. Allows travel throughout the Schengen Area.

Visa for students completing professional work placements as part of academic training. Short-stay (under 90 days) or long-stay (over 90 days) options available.

Long-stay visa for international students enrolled in higher education institutions in France. Valid 4 months to 1 year, renewable annually.

Visa for artists, performers, and cultural professionals with established professional recognition.

Visa for entrepreneurs creating or taking over a business in France. Requires minimum investment and master's degree or 5+ years experience.

Visa for business investors committing to substantial investment in French economy. Requires EUR 300,000+ investment in fixed assets and job creation within 4 years.

Visa for skilled workers transferred to work on specific missions with French companies. Maximum 4-year duration.

Visa for employees hired by innovative companies meeting specific research and development criteria.

Visa for professionals or creators with established national or international reputation in their field.

Visa for highly qualified employees of innovative companies. Requires minimum salary of 1.8x SMIC and master's degree level qualification.

Visa for qualified researchers conducting research or teaching in higher education institutions. Master's level education required.

Multi-year residence permit for temporary workers on fixed-term employment contracts.

Short-stay visa for tourism, visiting family or friends, or private visits. Included in the standard Schengen short-stay visa category.

Visa for young adults (18-35) from bilateral agreement countries to work and travel in France for cultural exchange.

Visa for young foreign graduates (18-35) from designated countries starting employment in France. Simplified process for young professionals.