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Checklist for Schengen Visa: Tourist

Valid national passport:

Issued within the last 10 years and with at least 3 months validity after the scheduled return, with at least two blank pages. Handwritten passports and passports with observations regarding the front page (bio data) cannot be accepted

Passport size pictures:

White background, not older than 6 months (size 35 – 40 mm in width, not copied or scanned picture).
1st picture pasted on the application,
2nd picture has to be clipped to the last page of the passport, stapled or pinned pictures cannot be accepted.

Visa application form:

Completed and signed by the applicant, if applicable, authorization of third person.
If the applicant is a minor: visa application signed by legal guardian/s and if applicable, authorization of third person. (Proving the custody of a minor child, divorce papers, dead certificate etc.).

Previous passport/s :

If any, bound together with rubber band, not stapled.

Personal cover letter:

Original letter with travel plan. If the applicant is submitting the application of his/her family, all applications must include a copy of the cover letter.
Introduction letter :

Letter (original document), needs to be on a business letterhead from the employer/company.
Letter needs to be signed and stamped by HR or directorate, mentioning position and duration of service.
‘No objection statement’ regarding the planned trip to France/Schengen States.
Mentioning of travel dates and purpose of trip.

Travel Insurance :

Please refer to the list of approved Indian travel insurances: https://www.eda.admin.ch/dam/countries/countries-content/india/en/visa/SchengetList-Travel_Insurance_CompaniesEN.pdf o Minimum coverage of 30,000 Euro / 50,000 USD / 50,000 CHF per person.
Coverage of all expenses which might arise in connection with repatriation for medical reasons, urgent medical attention and/or emergency hospital treatment.
The insurance has to cover the entire stay within the Schengen territory.
Applicants who wish to apply for a six months or a one year multiple visa are not obliged to provide a 180 (365) day coverage. It is sufficient to submit an insurance policy covering the first journey.

Flight reservation:

With names of all travellers.
If applicable proof of intra-Schengen flights, train itinerary or car rental.

Proof of accommodation in France / Schengen states:

Confirmation of hotel reservations, package tours, advance payments.

Proof of financial status:

All documents have to be originals, in A4 format, with stamp and signature of Bank.

If employed:

 · Last 3 months salary slips and last 3 months salary bank account statements.

· Last 3 months personal bank account statements.

· Personal ITR (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted) for the last 2 assessment years.

 If self-employed and/or company owner:

· Business registration certificate / GST Registration with annex A & B / Partnership Deed / Proof of proprietorship or other proof of ownership. Last 3 months personal and business bank account statements.

· Company’s and personal ITR (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted) for the last 2 assessment years.

If retired:

· Personal pension bank statement for the last 3 months.

· Proof of regular income generated by ownership of property or business.

If Student or unemployed:

· Parents or legal guardians must provide their personal bank statements for the last 3 months.

· Personal ITR (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted) for the last 2 assessment years along with a confirmation letter of financial support and a copy of their passports.

Families :

The visa applications have to be submitted together, only the head of family needs to attach bank statements, personal ITR (only ITR-V, Indian Income Tax Return Verification Form or Acknowledgement is accepted), travel insurance (mentioning all the names of the insured), flight booking (mentioning all the names of the travelling family members), all the hotel confirmations (if all the rooms are under the same booking and under the name of the head of the family).

If the applicant continues to travel to a third country (i.e. UK, USA, and Canada etc.) after leaving the Schengen Area, the visa of the next country has to be obtained first.

Clear photocopies of valid UK, USA, or CAN visas (if any).

Passport: photocopy of the 1st page (bio data) and last page.

Students above 16 year old :

· Copy of the student college ID card and introduction letter of the School/College/University.

Children under 18 years old, not travelling with both parents :

· Consent letter of the non-travelling parent or legal guardian, certified by public notary.

 Children under 18 years old, travelling alone :

 · Consent letter of both parents or legal guardians, certified by public notary.

In all cases: copy of passport from both parents (legal guardian/s) or PAN card or driving license.

In case of visa refusal by an Embassy or High Commission within the last 2 years: Submit refusal notice and/or a written explanation about the reasons of refusal

 Visa fees:

· Adults: EUR 80.00

Please note:

 - The required documents have to be submitted with the visa application (no fax or e-mail to Embassy accepted).

 - Only the documents mentioned on the checklist are accepted.

- The Embassy of France reserves the right to ask for additional documents and/or for a personal interview.

I am travelling in a group, how do I apply for a visa on France-Visas?

You can create groups of up to 6 applications with a limit of 50 groups per account.

What should I do if I have forgotten or lost my password?

Click on ‘Forgot your password” in the login area
Enter your email address defined when you set up the account
In a  few minutes, you will receive an activation link enabling you to reset your password

In which countries is my Schengen visa valid?

Unless stated differently on the visa stamp, Short stay visas are valid for all the 27states in the Schengen area.

There are no border controls between Schengen countries except in special circumstances.

I want to visit France and already have a valid short stay Schengen visa issued by another Schengen state. Do I need a new Visa?

A Schengen visa (Issued by a Schengen state Embassy or consulate) is valid for all 27 States in the Schengen area unless indicated otherwise on the visa stamp. If your visa is still valid, you do not need to apply for another visa to visit France. However, you must be able to provide supporting documentation as to the purpose of your stay and your means of subsistence upon your arrival in France.

I want to apply for a visa for the Principality of Monaco. Is there a special procedure?

Short stay Visa

Foreign nationals who are authorised to enter mainland France for a short stay without a visa are also authorised to enter MONACO without a visa as are holders of residence permits issued by a Schengen state. The holder of a Schengen visa valid in France is also authorised to enter and stay in Moanco.

When a short stay is required and the main destination is Monaco, the consulate in France will issue a Schengen visa valid for Monaco and Schengen area.

How long is a short-stay visa valid for? Can I leave the Schengen area and return on the same visa?

The visa stamp indicates the validity of the visa and authorised length of stay. A visa may be issued for a single entry or multiple entries.

Must I present any documents, other than my passport, when I get to the border control in the Schengen area?

If you were granted a short stay visa or were exempt from obtaining a short stay visa during your arrival in France, you must be able to satisfy all the border police’s request:

Your passport (with a visa, if this applies to your situation)
Supporting documents as to the purpose of your trip to France, your means of subsistence during your stay and the means to return to our country of origin.
You must have an insurance certificate covering all medical and hospital expenses for which you may be liable for the duration of your stay in France
Having a visa in your passport does not necessarily guarantee that the holder will be authorised to enter the Schengen area. The border police may refuse your entry.