France has signed the Schengen Agreement, therefore a Schengen visa is required to visit it. If you already have a visa from one of the states that have signed this agreement, then you do not need to separately obtain a French visa sticker. Otherwise, you will have to collect all the papers. France issues visas to Russian citizens quite easily, but only if they have the necessary documents.
It is necessary
- - passport valid for 3 months after the end of the trip;
- - a copy of the first page of the passport;
- - if you have old passports with Schengen visas, you can attach them too (optional);
- - photocopies of absolutely all pages from the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation;
- - completed and signed application form;
- - 2 photographs measuring 3, 5 x 4, 5 cm;
- - signed consent to the processing of personal data;
- - hotel reservation (if you are traveling for tourist purposes);
- - an invitation from France (if you are traveling on a private visit);
- - insurance medical policy for the Schengen countries;
- - booking tickets to and from the country;
- - certificate from the place of work;
- - account statement (the amount on it should be approximately 50 euros for each day of stay).
Instructions
Step 1
The vast majority of tourists who have experience in obtaining a visa to France say that obtaining a visa was easy. If you collect all the documents that are required, then the failure is extremely unlikely, almost impossible. Moreover, some travelers even submit such documents, not all of which can be considered valid (for example, canceled at the time of booking hotels or air tickets), and they are also usually issued a visa, since the French consulate does not always check all reservations. However, it is strongly discouraged to do so. A spot check is still carried out, and no one knows if you will fall under it one day. It is best to collect all the documents, as recommended by the consulate or visa center of France, this practically guarantees you a visa in your passport.
Step 2
Collect all documents. It is best to make copies of certificates and extracts, but you can also give the originals for consideration. No translation is required. If any document is missing, then you can try to apply at your own peril and risk (this often ends in success), but it is better to try to get all the papers.
Step 3
You can apply for a visa by appointment at the French Embassy or Consulate General. Also on the territory of Russia there are several visa centers of the country, in which you can apply either by appointment or on a first come, first served basis. The place of application should be chosen based on the place of residence and registration. You can submit documents independently for yourself and for your next of kin (if you have documents confirming the relationship), as well as for an outsider (if you have a power of attorney). A travel agency can also get a visa for you.
Step 4
The cost of a French visa is 35 euros. If you apply at a visa center, its services are additionally paid. Typically, a visa is ready within 3-10 days. The French consulate is distinguished by its prompt work and a good attitude towards Russian applicants. Many of them receive multivisa for six months or more, even at the first application.
