Last updated 2026-06-01
Visitor visa to France for Indian citizens
Private visit visa, Visa for private and family visit
Travel purpose:
Other
Visa overview
For family and private visits, including parents or children of French nationals, spouses, and family of EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, or members of religious congregations with official invitations. Also covers visits for marriage with a French citizen. Requires proof of relationship, financial means, and travel insurance.
Visa validity period
from 1 day to 5 years
Consular fee
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Family visit visa
Eligible individuals
Family member of French national, family, relative, visitor
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Visa for child or foreign parent of French national
Eligible individuals
Family member of French national, family, foreign child, foreign parent
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Marriage visa
Eligible individuals
Fiancé of French national, fiancée of a French national
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Visa for members of Catholic or Protestant congregation
Eligible individuals
Member of the religious community, visitor
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Private visit visa for family of EU/EEA/Swiss national
Eligible individuals
Family member of EU/EEA/Swiss national, family, visitor
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)
Visa for spouse of French citizen
Eligible individuals
Spouse of French national, visitor
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 (~$0) - €90 (~$105)