French Visa Information

A passport which was issued less than 10 years ago which is also valid for at least 3 months longer than the date on which you intend to leave France, so at least three months longer than the expiry date of the visa requested.

You will also need 2 blank pages in your travel document.

(When applying be sure to scan ALL PAGES of your travel document containing visas, entry and exit stamps or any other inscription)

An ID photograph

If you are not a national of your country of residence: proof that you are legally resident in that country (e.g. residence permit).

If you are planning to stay for up to 6 months you must have a valid EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) or GHIC (UK Global Health Insurance Card) card.

For stays over 6 months you will need private health insurance which covers your entire validity of the visa.

Proof of residency in France. A signed rental agreement from us is your ticket to the snow!

You will need to show your last 3 months of bank statements (UK account/savers) showing your full name and address, as evidence that you have enough funds for the whole duration of your stay. If you are financially sponsored by your spouse/partner you will need a copy of your marriage certificate and their bank statements.
The long-stay visa does not cover you to carry out any professional activity or work in France for the duration of your stay.