Last updated 2026-07-23
Business visa to France for Indian citizens
Visa for entrepreneur, Visa for businessman
Travel purpose:
Business
, work
, study
, other
, transit
Visa overview
Enables entry into France and other Schengen countries for business engagements such as meetings, conferences, trade fairs, and other business and professional activities. Valid for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Requires proof of an invitation from a host company, evidence of financial means, and travel insurance. Employment during the visit is not permitted.
Visa validity period
from 1 day to 5 years
Consular fee
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Select the purpose of your visit
Visa for cultural, artistic, scientific and sports events
Eligible individuals
Artist, cultural, scientist, researcher, performer, sportsman, athlete, sports staff
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Business visa
Eligible individuals
Businessman, entrepreneur, investor, business partner
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Work visa for foreign employer
Eligible individuals
Employee, service personnel
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Model visa
Eligible individuals
Model
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Work visa for internship
Eligible individuals
Intern, employee
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Visa for recruitment or posting workers
Eligible individuals
Employee
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Scientist and researcher visa
Eligible individuals
Scientist, researcher
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)
Maritime visa
Eligible individuals
Seaman, crew member
Visa validity period:
from 1 day to 5 years
Duration of stay:
from 1 day to 3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€0 - €90 (~$0 - ~$103)