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France Schengen Visa from India (2026) — TLScontact Guide
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A France Schengen visa is the entry document for travellers heading to Paris, the French Riviera, or using France as their primary Schengen destination. Unlike most Schengen countries, France does not process applications through VFS — it uses TLScontact. The fee is €90 (~₹8,300) and processing takes 15 calendar days.
TLScontact vs VFS — what's the difference?
TLScontact and VFS are both outsourced visa application centre operators. France, Switzerland, and Belgium use TLScontact in India. Germany, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, and most others use VFS. The document requirements and process are essentially identical — only the centre operator changes.
France visa fees
| Item | EUR | INR |
|---|---|---|
| Consulate fee (adult) | €90 | ₹8,300 |
| TLScontact service fee | — | ~₹1,900 |
| Visank service fee | — | ₹5,500 |
| Total via Visank | ₹15,700 |
Documents
- Passport + previous passports
- Completed Schengen short-stay visa form
- Two recent biometric photos
- Travel insurance (€30,000+, all Schengen, full travel dates)
- Flight itinerary + hotel bookings for entire stay
- Day-by-day travel plan
- Cover letter addressed to the Consulate General of France
- Bank statements last 3 months
- Salary slips, ITR, Form 16
- Employment letter with NOC
- Proof of ties to India
TLScontact locations in India
TLScontact France operates in 12 Indian cities: New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Cochin, Goa, and Jaipur.
Processing time and seasonal variations
Standard processing at the French Consulate is 15 calendar days from submission at TLScontact. During peak periods (April-August), this can extend to 20-30 days. France does not offer an expedite option. For summer holiday trips, apply at least 4-6 weeks before departure.
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