France: visa & travel guide
Visa options, costs, processing times and where to apply for France, for travellers from Pakistan.
Visa types
| Visa | Processing (official) | Reported wait | Stay | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student A long-stay student visa that also works as a residence permit (VLS-TS) for degree prog... |
Decision usually between 2 weeks and 2 months after the Embassy interview | - | VLS-TS: residence for the length of the programme, with formalities on arrival in France | Requirements |
| Tourist / Visit A short-stay Schengen visa for tourism or private visits to France of up to 90 days in ... |
Normally 15 days (EU rule), up to 45 days if more checks are needed | - | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period | Requirements |
Daily travel costs
| Where | Budget hotel | Food / day | Transport / day | Return flight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris | PKR 31,143 | PKR 10,277 | PKR 2,491 | PKR 185,000 - 300,000 |
Guides about France
Embassies & visa centres
Embassy of France
Embassy · Islamabad
Consulate General of France
All offices
Consulate · Karachi
