Last updated 10 September 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Business visas to France for Indian citizens
Travel purpose:
Business
, work
, long stay
Business visas — what you need to know
Permits entry to France for long-term business activities, such as managing operations, business development, or extended professional engagements. Requires an invitation from a host company or confirmation of activities in France, proof of financial means, and accommodation. Typically valid for stays exceeding 90 days.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
Fees
€99 (~$114)
Which business visas is best suited for you?
Entrepreneur visa
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, self-employed, craftsperson, manufacturer, retailer
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
Farm worker visa
Eligible individuals
Farm operator, worker, employee
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
ICT Posted Employee and Professional Work Placement Visa
Eligible individuals
ICT posted employee, ICT posted intern
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
ICT trainee visa
Eligible individuals
ICT posted employee, ICT posted intern
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
Job search and business creation visa
Eligible individuals
Job seeker, founder, businessman, entrepreneur
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
Visa for liberal or independent profession
Eligible individuals
Liberal professional, independent professional, self-employed
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
Visa for members of Catholic or Protestant congregation
Eligible individuals
Member of the religious community, religious figure
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)
Visa for recruitment or posting workers
Eligible individuals
Recruiter, employee, businessman
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$114)