Business Visitor Visa
France
Last updated: December 24, 2025
90 days
$90
2-3 weeks
Medium
About this Visa
This visa lets you visit France for business meetings, conferences, or negotiations. You cannot work or get paid in France on this visa. You can travel around Europe (the Schengen area) with it. The visa is for business professionals who need to meet clients, attend trade shows, or conduct negotiations. It's not for people moving to France or working there permanently.
Key Benefits
- Visit multiple European countries (Schengen area)
- Attend meetings and conferences
- Negotiate contracts
- No work permit needed for business activities
- Fast approval (2-3 weeks usually)
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Must have clean criminal record
- Must have valid passport
- Must have real business purpose (not tourism)
- Must have travel insurance with €30,000+ coverage
- Must show ties to home country
- Cannot plan to work or get paid in France
Financial Requirement
Must show enough money to support yourself: $39/day for hotel, $21/day for private accommodation, $80/day if no accommodation booked
Documents
- Valid passport6+ months validity
- Completed visa formOfficial application
- Passport photos2-3 photos
- Accommodation proofHotel or private accommodation reservation
- Financial proofBank statements 3-6 months
- Income proofSalary slips or tax returns
- Invitation letterFrom French business you are visiting
- Travel insurance€30,000+ medical coverage mandatory
- Return flight ticketProof of return travel
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.