France – Schengen Visa

Apply for your France Short-Term Schengen Visa

Visa Overview

The France Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C) allows Filipino travelers to visit France and other Schengen member states for tourism, business, family visits, and other short-stay purposes. This visa grants access to all 26 Schengen countries.

Visa Details

Visa Type: Short-Term Schengen Visa (Type C)
Purpose of Travel: Tourism
Validity: Up to 90 days within 180-day period

Mandatory Requirements

Completed Schengen Visa Application Form
1 Passport-sized Photo – 35mm x 45mm, white background, present likeness
Valid Passport – 6 months validity from end of intended stay, at least 2 empty pages
Previous Passports – Latest 2 old passports
Photocopies – Bio page, previous visas, and immigration stamps from current and 2 old passports
Cover Letter explaining:
- Travel dates
- Purpose of travel
- Names of companions
- Day-to-day itinerary

Financial Documents

Proof of Personal Economic Means

Original bank certificate from a commercial bank with 6-month statements
Bank certification must be issued within the month of application
Business/savings accounts may be submitted in addition
If full name not on business account: letter from bank manager confirming signing powers

If Sponsored

Original notarized Affidavit of Support (issued within 1 month prior)
Copy of sponsor’s valid passport
Sponsor’s bank certificate with 6-month statements (issued within 1 week)
Proof of relationship with applicant (PSA)
Proof of sponsor’s income

Employment Documents

For Employees

Original Certificate of Employment (not older than 1 month)
Employment letter addressed to Embassy of France in Manila with HR stamp/signature
Copy of recent Individual Income Tax Return (ITR)

For Self-Employed / Business Owners

DTI/SEC Business Registration
Latest GIS (for corporate business)
Updated Mayor’s Permit
Business Financial Statement (at least 6 months)
Individual Income Tax Return (ITR)
Certificate of Registration (COR)

For Students

School Certification + Student ID
If traveling during academic year: Letter from school addressed to Embassy of France authorizing absence

Travel Arrangements

Detailed Day-to-Day Itinerary – For entire stay with destinations and dates
Confirmed Flight Booking – With travel dates and booking reference showing entry/exit from Schengen
Interstate Booking – If traveling to other Schengen states

Travel Health Insurance

Minimum coverage of €30,000
Must be recognized in all Schengen States
Valid for the entire duration of intended stay

Proof of Accommodation

For Tourists

Confirmed hotel reservations for entire stay in Schengen area

If Invited by Family Member in France

Attestation d’Accueil (Invitation Letter) – validated by local mairie
Proof of Residence – French ID card, residence permit, or rental agreement
Proof of Financial Stability – Bank statements or income proof
Host’s contact information – Full name, address, phone, email

Personal Documents

If Single: PSA Birth Certificate
If Married: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate
If Widowed: PSA Birth Certificate + Marriage Certificate + Death Certificate of spouse

How to Apply

Determine visa type – Confirm you need a Short-Term Schengen visa
Schedule appointment – Fill up application form, submit passport bio page copy, pay visa fee
Prepare requirements – Submit documents at least 2 weeks before appointment
Visit TLS Manila – Provide biometrics at the Visa Application Centre
Wait for processing – Refer to processing time below

TLS Manila Address:
1 Proscenium Tower, 9th Floor, Estrella, Makati, Metro Manila

Visa Fee & Processing

Visa Fee: ₱11,500

Processing Time: 5 to 10 working days

Note: The earliest available appointment is typically 8 weeks from today. Additional documents may be required in some cases, which may prolong processing time.

Embassy Information

Embassy of France in the Philippines
21st Floor, Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower 2, Paseo de Roxas corner Makati Avenue, Makati City, 1226 Metro Manila

+632 8 857 6900

[email protected]

ph.ambafrance.org

Important Notes

Residency Rule: Applicants with Philippine passports who hold temporary or permanent resident permits in other countries (US Green Card, work permit, student visa) must apply in the country where they normally reside most of the year.
Bank Certificates: Only bank certificates issued by commercial banks in the Philippines are accepted.
Non-Refundable: The visa fee is NOT refunded if your visa application is refused.

Schengen Area Countries

Processing Time: 5-10 days

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