France Visa Appoinment: Application Centres and How to Book

Planning a trip to France and need a visa? Securing an appointment at the preferred time can be challenging due to the limited available slots. Consider applying with Teleport for simple and convenient France appointment booking.

Learn the ins and outs of securing your appointment with our easy-to-follow guide. For Indians, booking an appointment through VFS Global is a key step in the visa application process. Get to know the essential documents needed for a France Schengen visa, along with guidelines for your appointment day, biometrics information, and exemptions. 

You can book your France vfs appointments through VFS Global, but it's important to note that these slots are limited and can be a bit challenging to secure. To ensure a smoother process and avoid any complications, it's highly advisable to initiate your visa application at least 30 days prior to your planned travel date. Use Teleport for a convenient and streamlined France visa application appointment booking.

If you choose to apply for a France visa through Teleport, the process becomes more streamlined as Teleport will handle the France appointment booking on your behalf. Follow these steps:

If you hold a biometric Schengen visa that was issued by the French consulate within the last 59 months, your previously collected biometric data may be reused for your current application for France visa.

After your appointment, choose to have your passport couriered or pick it up personally from the visa centre.

France visa appointment available dates in India are limited and Teleport minimises complications associated with self-booking and provides a more convenient and efficient process.

For those opting to apply directly through VFS Global Visa Application Centre in India, follow these steps to book your appointment:

Step 1: Start your Application

Visit the official France-Visas website and click on "Start your visa application"

Step 2: Fill out the online visa application form

Login or create your account to fill in the visa application form and attach a photo to it as specified in the photo requirements for France visa

Step 3: Login or create a VFS account

After you complete filling your visa application form, you then need to create an account with VFS to schedule your appointment.

Step 4: Book your Appointment

After submitting your visa application, book an appointment at VFS Visa Application Centre for biometric data collection, which includes fingerprints and a photo.

Once you've made the appointment, you'll receive a confirmation email along with your appointment letter.

If you're applying as a family or group, remember that each member must schedule their individual appointments.

Step 5: Visit the Visa Application Centre

On the scheduled day, submit your fully completed visa application form and required documents at the designated VFS Global Visa Application Centre. 

You must personally submit your fully completed visa application form and documents at one of the designated Visa Application Centers unless directed otherwise.

Step 6: Pay your visa fees

Pay your VFS appointment fee i.e.  Euro 19.25 (INR 1,850/-) at the visa application centre.

Step 7: Track your application 

You can track your visa application status using the VFS online application tracking tool.

On the day of your appointment, please follow these guidelines:

Arrival Time: Aim to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Attendance is mandatory; no one else can attend on your behalf.

If you happen to miss your scheduled appointment, please be aware that rescheduling is not permitted, and no refunds will be issued for the application fee. To make changes to your appointment date, it is only possible to do so up to 5 working days before the scheduled date.

Documentation: Bring all required documents in both original and copy forms. Do not forget to bring your appointment slip, passport and Schengen visa application form.

Fee Payment: If you haven't paid your visa fee online, payment can be made at the centre.

Biometric Information Collection: At the centre, your fingerprints and photograph will be collected. This is a non-intrusive process using a digital finger scanner that captures images of all 10 digits. A digital photo will also be taken. Ensure your fingertips are free from temporary decorations like mehndi, cuts, abrasions, or other markings, as these may affect your ability to provide acceptable finger scans.

Exemptions to Biometrics:

You may be exempted from providing biometric data (fingerprints) if:

Photograph Guidelines: Your digital photograph should display your full face. Avoid wearing sunglasses, tinted spectacles, or head coverings, unless for religious or ethical reasons. Bright-coloured clothing is recommended over light-coloured attire.

Accompanying Children: Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult (not VFS Global staff).

No Electronic Items: Avoid bringing electronic items like laptops, watches and pen drives as you might need to submit it to the authorities and it may charge you to book a locker. 

In conclusion, securing a France visa appointment is a crucial step for Indian travellers. The process can be simplified by choosing the right approach. Teleport offers a streamlined experience by handling appointment bookings on behalf of applicants, minimising complexities. 

Alternatively, for those applying directly through VFS Global, a step-by-step guide ensures a smooth France visa appointment India booking process. Remember to adhere to documentation requirements, arrive on time, and be prepared for the biometric information collection.