France Visa
French Schengen visa applications are processed through TLScontact centers. Appointments in Istanbul can be hard to get during peak season. The French consulate pays close attention to income documentation and itinerary detail.
Required documents
The documents the consulate expects for a France application.
Passport issued within 10 years, valid 3+ months past return.
2 biometric photos from the last 6 months.
Signed form completed via France-Visas, brought to TLScontact.
Minimum €30,000 Schengen travel insurance.
Round-trip flight reservation.
Accommodation proof covering the whole trip.
Last 3 months' stamped bank statement.
Leave letter, salary info, social security record.
Payslips or tax certificate.
Current family registry record.
The French consulate expects a day-by-day detailed travel plan.
Application steps
- 1
Create a VizaOS profile and select France.
- 2
Pre-fill on France-Visas and book an appointment via TLScontact.
- 3
Prepare documents and run the VizaOS AI missing-document check.
- 4
Give biometrics and submit your file.
- 5
Pay the €90 fee.
- 6
Wait 10-20 working days.
- 7
Collect your passport from TLScontact.
Most common refusal reasons
These mistakes sink most applications — VizaOS checks all of them upfront.
Yetersiz banka bakiyesi
Seyahat planının detaylı/tutarlı olmaması
Eksik evrak
Türkiye'ye dönüş bağlarının zayıf gösterilmesi
Önceki vize ihlali
Frequently asked questions
How long does a France visa take?+
Average 10-20 working days, up to 30 days in peak season.
How fast can I get an appointment?+
In Istanbul during summer, slots can fill up 3-6 weeks in advance.
How much money is needed?+
About €65/day, totaling roughly €1800-2000.
Is the fee refunded on rejection?+
No, it is not refunded.
Chance of a multi-entry visa?+
France is relatively selective about multi-year visas, favoring detailed and consistent travel history.
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