France

France Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for France?

No. Singaporeans travel visa-free in the Schengen area for up to 90 days in any 180. Once ETIAS launches (expected 2027) they will need an ETIAS authorisation.

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for France?

Yes. Indians must obtain a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa before travel, applied via the France-Visas portal and VFS Global.

Q: How much is the Schengen visa for France?

EUR 80 for adults, EUR 40 for children 6-12, and free for children under 6, plus the VFS service fee and insurance.

Q: Is there an e-visa or visa on arrival for France?

No. France issues no visa on arrival and no e-visa for Indians; the Schengen visa must be obtained in advance.

Q: What is ETIAS and does it apply to France?

ETIAS is a EUR 20 online travel authorisation for visa-exempt visitors (like Singaporeans). It is not yet live - launch is now expected in 2027 - and does not replace the Schengen visa Indians need.

Q: How long does a France Schengen visa take?

Usually a decision within 15 calendar days of the appointment, occasionally up to 30-45 days. Apply at least 15 days before, up to 6 months ahead.

Q: Which country should I apply to if visiting several Schengen states?

Apply to the country of your main destination (most nights). If evenly split, apply to your first country of entry - France if you land in France first.

Q: Is travel insurance mandatory?

Yes. A Schengen visa requires travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 for the whole stay.

Many nationalities enter France visa-free — check your passport in seconds, or let us confirm it.

Flat fee per applicant · government fee paid separately

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France visa at a glance

Government visa fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)
Processing time: Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).
Validity: Per entry
Maximum stay: 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen states
Visa required?: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.
Arrival card: None — Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric registration

Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from any HolidaySG service fee. Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Do you need a visa for France?

Travellers from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. can generally enter France without a visa. Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180. do not require a visa for France for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (France-Visas (Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs)) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Official France visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No e-Visa: No

Schengen visa exemption (ETIAS pending)

Official fee: Free (ETIAS €20 once launched)

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 90 days in any 180-day period across all Schengen states
Processing time: On arrival (EES biometric registration at border)
Where to apply: No application yet; ETIAS at etias.europa.eu when live

Who needs it: Not applicable for exempt nationals. ETIAS (€20, valid 3 yrs, under-18/over-70 free) is NOT yet operational as of mid-2026 — expected Q4 2026 after EES bedding-in.

Visa-free: Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, USA, Canada, UK, Australia, NZ, UAE, Israel, most of Latin America and ~60 others — 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Passport valid ≥3 months beyond departure, issued <10 yrs
Return ticket
Accommodation proof
Sufficient funds
Travel insurance recommended

Arrival card: None — Entry/Exit System (EES) biometric registration

90/180 rule counts all Schengen countries together.

Source: France-Visas (Ministry for Europe & Foreign Affairs) · verified 16 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Schengen short-stay visa (Type C)

Official fee: 80 EUR adult; 40 EUR child 6-12; under 6 free

Validity: Single or multiple entry; total stay max 90 days per 180-day period
Max stay: 90 days
Time to verify: At VFS appointment (biometrics)
Time to approval: Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).
Processing time: Decision usually within 15 calendar days; can extend to 45 days in some cases. Apply up to 6 months before travel (min 15 days).
Where to apply: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas

Who needs it: Visa-required nationals including Indian passport holders where France is the main destination or first point of entry, for tourism, family visit or business up to 90 days in any 180.

Required documents

Completed Schengen application form
Valid passport (issued within 10 yrs, 3+ months validity beyond stay, 2 blank pages)
Two recent biometric photos
Travel medical insurance min EUR 30,000
Round-trip flight reservation
Proof of accommodation
Proof of funds (bank statements)
Employment/business proof
Cover letter and itinerary

Arrival card: None — EES biometric registration

Extra charges: VFS Global service fee; mandatory travel insurance (min EUR 30,000 cover); optional premium lounge/courier

Apply to the country of main destination / first entry.

Source: France-Visas · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

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France visa — frequently asked questions