Get Your Schengen Visa for France with VisaThailand.com

With the Paris Olympics 2024 approaching, there are even more reasons to plan your visit!
However, before you can enjoy the wonders that France has to offer, it is essential to obtain a Schengen visa for your thai friend.

At VisaThailand.com (Visa agency based in Bangkok), we are committed to simplify this process by providing you with personalized assistance and expert guidance.
Let us take care of the paperwork so you can focus more on planning your trip!

The Schengen visa is a sticker glued inside the passport allowing holders to travel freely throughout the entirety of the Schengen area for a maximum period of 90 days.
This visa is ideal for tourist stays, visiting a friend, business trips, short studies and other applications!
It offers freedom of movement without border controls within the Schengen area, making it easier for your trip!

How to get a Schengen visa for France in Thailand?

At VisaThailand.com, we provide professional assistance to make this process as smooth as possible.

Before considering to support you, we assess your situation:

Step 1: Free Consultation

We start with an in-depth phone appointment to understand your case and to evaluate if it respects the criterias of the French embassy.This step allows us to define the most appropriate visa type and to help you in the best way possible.
We won’t accept a case without having high chances of obtaining the visa.
Thanks to this first call, we maximize the chances of visa acceptance.

Step 2: Preparation of Documents

To obtain a Schengen visa for France, it is essential to provide the following documents:

Documents from the Thai applicant:

1. Visa application form dully completed.
2. Passport: Valid Thai passport, with a validity of more than 3 months beyond the return date.
3. Identity photos: Two recent photos that meet the standards (white background, 3.5 cm x 4.5cm)
4. Travel insurance: Insurance certificate covering medical expenses for a minimum of 30 000 EUR for the entire duration of the stay in the Schengen area.
5. Plane tickets: Flights booking (both ways)
6. (Without sponsor) Proof of accommodation: hotel bookings for the entirety of the stay
7. Explanatory Letter: Details of the planned itinerary in France, including dates, places and people you are going to visit.
8. Evidence of ties to Thailand: Documents such as letters from employers, proof of education, rental agreements, property certificates, etc., to demonstrate the intention to return to Thailand after the trip.
9. Proofs of financial means: Demonstration of the financial resources necessary for the visa demand (bank statements, pay slips, employment contracts, etc…).
   65 EUR per day of stay with hotel bookings or 120 EUR per day of stay without hotel bookings are necessary (if you don’t have a sponsor). The equivalent in THB is accepted.

Documents from the Sponsor (If applicable):

1. “Attestation d’accueil” if you are accomodated by a French resident.
2. Letter of invitation: Letter explaining the details of the invitation, the dates of the stay, the relationship between you and the candidate, and your commitment to cover expenses during the stay.
3. Proof of financial means: Demonstration of the financial resources necessary to support the candidate during their stay (bank statements, pay slips, employment contracts, etc…).
4. Passport or ID Card + (if applicable) residency card: Proof of residency from the sponsor
5. Proof of relationship: Marriage certificates, photos together, screenshots of daily conversations, money transfer slips or any other documents proving the relationship.

The “Attestation d’Accueil” :

The attestation d’accueil is an official and mandatory document if you invite a foreigner to reside with you in France. It is issued by the city town hall of your place of residence.

Steps to obtain this document :

1. Go to your city town hall and ask for the list of documents needed to obtain the “attestation d’accueil”
2. Prepare the required documents from the list and submit the completed folder to your city town hall
3. Pay 30 EUR with tax stamp (cost of the document)
4. Wait for their response and the stamp from the mayor (from 1 day to small villages to 8 weeks for big cities)
5. Pick up the stamped document at the due date.

General information regarding this document:

1. Conditions to Meet: You must have enough space to accommodate your guest and sufficient financial resources to provide for his needs during his stay.
2. Information Required: Provide accurate information about you, the guest, and the details of the stay. Specifying the dates of the stay is required at this step.
3. Commitments: By signing the certificate, you agree to cover all costs related to the guest’s stay during that period. Violating that vow consists of a breach of the law.
4. Validity: Generally valid for the duration of the planned stay, with a maximum limit of one year.

Types of Visas

Short-stay visa (Schengen Visa or Type C): For stays of less than 90 days, whether for tourism, private visits, business or short-term studies. This visa is non extendable and non revokable.

Long-stay visa (National Visa or Type D): For stays of more than 90 days but less than 1 year.
Following this visa, you could apply for a residency card to extend your stay beyond the validity period of the visa (under specific conditions).

Where to apply ?

The Schengen visa application for France is made in Bangkok, at TLS Contact’s office.
This private company is in charge of collecting your biometric data and your documents for the French Embassy.

What to do if the visa is refused?

If the visa is refused, we are here to help you understand the reasons and find alternative solutions.
We propose to submit a new visa application if the folder can be improved.

When to apply ?

It is advisable to submit your visa application at least 15 days and up to 6 months before the planned departure date. We suggest to start the process at least 2 months before the departure.
Of course, this depends on many factors and a personalized approach will be needed.

How long does it take to obtain the visa?

Typically, processing visa applications for France takes around 10 days.
However, this may vary depending on the time of year, the type of visa and the complexity of the request.

Additional Information about Biometric Data:

Visas are now systematically linked to your biometric data (photos and fingerprints). This data simplifies your identification and protects you against fraud in the event of loss or theft of documents.

Contact VisaThailand.com

For any questions regarding the visa application or if you wish to start the process, contact VisaThailand.com. We are here to make the visa application process as simple and efficient as possible, allowing you to focus more on preparing for your trip to France.

If you assistance for your Schengen visa for France, please contact us at visathailand.com