Astrat Travels
France Schengen Visa from UK
France Schengen visa support for tourism, family visits and business trips from the UK. Astrat Travels guides applicants with documents, appointment preparation and complete file checking.
Destination
France
Visa Application Support
Astrat Travels helps you review your documents, prepare a clear travel itinerary, arrange insurance guidance, draft your cover letter and organise your visa appointment checklist for France.
Normally, France visa decisions can take around 7 calendar days, but some nationalities or complex applications may take around 2 to 3 weeks. Apply at least 4 weeks before travel where possible.
General Document Requirements
- ✓ Completed online France Schengen visa application form.
- ✓ Valid passport with at least 2 blank pages and at least 3 months validity after the planned Schengen stay.
- ✓ Valid UK residence permit or proof of legal UK residence.
- ✓ Two recent passport-size photographs on a light background.
- ✓ Proof of accommodation covering the full stay in France.
- ✓ Travel medical insurance with minimum EUR 30,000 coverage valid in France and all Schengen states.
- ✓ Proof of transport, such as flight reservation, train ticket, driving licence or vehicle registration details.
- ✓ Return ticket reservation or onward travel evidence.
- ✓ Travel itinerary and cover letter explaining the purpose of visit.
- ✓ Proof of income or sufficient personal funds, such as recent bank statements.
Specific Document Requirements
- Employed applicants: employer letter, leave approval and recent personal bank statements.
- Self-employed applicants: business registration or licence, company bank statements and evidence of business activity.
- Students: enrolment letter, student card and NOC from university or college.
- Retired applicants: pension statement or proof of regular retirement income.
- Business visitors: invitation letter from the company in France, employer confirmation and business bank statements.
- Medical visitors: medical confirmation from hospital/doctor in France, appointment details and proof of paid medical fees where applicable.
- Cultural, sports, religious or film crew applicants: invitation letter, event details, crew list and itinerary.
- Official delegations: official invitation, purpose of visit, accommodation details and proof of identity.
- Training, research, study or internship: enrolment/acceptance certificate and proof of financial support.
- Minor applicants: birth certificate, parent/guardian consent, parents’ passports and proof of parents’ income.
- Transit applicants: visa or entry permit for the final destination country where required.
France Visa Fee Structure
Fee table prepared for Astrat Travels. Amounts can change, so verify before taking payment.
| Visa Type | Consulate Fee | Visa Center Fee | Our Handling Charges | Total Online Payable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa – Single/Multiple Entry | £72 | £32 | £568 | £600 |
| Transit visa – Single Entry | £72 | £32 | £568 | £600 |
| Business visa – Single/Multiple Entry | £72 | £32 | £568 | £600 |
| For British / EU Spouse | £72 | £32 | £568 | £600 |
Processing Time: 3 Weeks for Following Nationals
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