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Requirements to obtain VISA to enter France
Passport Information
U.S. Passport or passport of any other nationality, must have at least 6 months remaining validity from the day of entry into the country for which VISA has been applied for. If validity is less than 6 months ETS will renew your passport (Fee's apply).
US CITIZENS DO NOT NEED A TOURIST/BUSINESS VISA TO ENTER THIS COUNTRY UP TO A PERIOD OF 90 DAYS
VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR NON US CITIZENS
France Tourist Visa
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity (and an additional copy)
- 2 application forms legibily filled out and signed
- Proof of legal status in the United States (green card, valid visa, and an additional copy)
- 2 recent passport size photographs
- Financial guarentees, last 3 bank statements ( with a copy) and the last 3 paystubs (with a copy)
- Proof of health insurance with medical coverage while traveling abroad (with a copy)
- Confirmed hotel reservation (with a copy)
- A letter from the travel agent is acceptable when the aplication is submitted to the approval of the local authorities. The original ticket must be presented when the visa is issued.
France Business Visa
- Valid passport with at least 6 months validity (and an additional copy)
- 2 application forms legibily filled out and signed
- Proof of legal status in the United States (green card, valid visa, and an additional copy)
- 2 recent passport size photographs
- Financial guarentees, last 3 bank statements ( with a copy) and the last 3 paystubs (with a copy)
- Proof of health insurance with medical coverage while traveling abroad (with a copy)
- Confirmed hotel reservation (with a copy)
- A letter from the travel agent is acceptable when the aplication is submitted to the approval of the local authorities. The original ticket must be presented when the visa is issued.
- Letter from the employer mentioning the date the applicant began working with the company and his positition
- An official letter from the French company and a letter from the employer stating that the applicant is going on their behalf and taking full responsibility for all expenses incurred during the trip for the return to the United States (with a copy)
Other Information
- Please call ETS for latest updates and questions.
Online Forms
- Application form - Click Here
Processing Instructions
- Please forward the completed requirements as detailed above to:
Express Travel Services
10211 Pacific Mesa Blvd, Suite 401
San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free: 1-866-376-1125
Fax Number: 1-858-225-0786
Email: info@etsonweb.com
Your application will be sent in to the Embassy.
Fees for Express Travel Services
- $50.00 - Per visa/non-rush
- $75.00 - Rush
- $150 - Expedite
Consular Fees
- Contact ETS for FEEs
Return Postage
- $14 Courier Service 2nd Business Day
- $20 Courier Service (Priority Overnight)
- $40 Courier Service (Saturday Delivery)
- $55.00 Courier service (First Overnight)
We use only Fedex services
Please note: Fed-ex charges may vary by location.
For Further Information Contact
The Embassy of France
10990 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 300
Los Angeles, California 90024
(310) 235-3200
http://www.ambafrance-us.org
Express Travel Services
10211 Pacific Mesa Blvd, Suite 401 San Diego, CA 92121
Toll Free: 1-866-376-1125, Fax number: 1-858-225-0786
Email: info@etsonweb.com
