--- title: France visa for citizens of Syria description: "Citizens of Syria need a visa for France and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/france/syria lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # France visa for citizens of Syria Citizens of Syria need a visa for France and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/ ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Short Stay (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Multiple entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €30 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 3 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** €95 per day for accommodation, or proof of prepaid hotel ## How to apply 1. **Create a France-Visas account and complete the online application form** — Fill all fields accurately; generate the application receipt. 2. **Compile all required supporting documents** — Follow the checklist generated by France-Visas based on your purpose of travel. 3. **Book an appointment at the nearest visa application centre (VFS Global / TLScontact)** — Syrians generally must apply via VFS Global in a neighbouring country (e.g., Lebanon, Turkey, UAE). 4. **Attend the appointment in person to submit documents and provide biometrics (fingerprints + photo)** — Bring original documents and copies. Pay visa fee and service fee. 5. **Track your application status online via the visa centre portal** — Wait for processing (15-45 calendar days). Some cases may take longer. 6. **Collect passport with visa decision from the visa centre, or allow courier delivery if offered** — If refused, you will receive a standard refusal letter explaining the reason. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure, with 2 blank pages)** (Travel) - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Supporting): Fill online via France-Visas then print and sign - **Two recent passport‑size photos (35x45 mm, white background, ICAO compliant)** (Supporting): Must meet Schengen photo standards - **Round‑trip flight itinerary or proof of travel reservations** (Travel): Dates must match visa application - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area)** (Supporting): Must cover repatriation and emergency care - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter)** (Travel): Must cover entire stay - **Proof of sufficient financial means (bank statements for last 3 months, sponsor letter, etc.)** (Financial): Approx €95 per day, can be shown by cash/traveller's cheques - **Employment documents (employment contract, payslips, or letter from employer)** (Employment): For employed applicants; students provide enrolment certificate - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit, itinerary, and planned dates** (Supporting): Describe trip and guarantee return - **For minors: birth certificate, parental consent signed by both parents, copies of parents' passports** (Supporting, optional): If travelling alone or with one parent - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, family register, etc.)** (Supporting, optional): If applicable - **Previous Schengen visa copies (if any)** (Supporting, optional): Shows travel history - **Invitation letter from French host (if visiting friends/family) with copy of host's ID** (Supporting, optional): Required for social visits - **Additional supporting documents (property deeds, ties to home country)** (Supporting, optional): To demonstrate intention to return ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** €95 per day of stay (or equivalent in other currency) - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsor letter + sponsor's bank statement - Traveler's cheques - Cash receipts If sponsored, the host must provide a signed letter and proof of their financial means. For accommodation, prepaid hotel booking can serve as proof of funds. ## Good to know - Syrian nationals face heightened scrutiny; provide strong evidence of ties to your home country to reduce rejection risk. - Biometrics are valid for 59 months; subsequent applications may not require a new appointment if biometrics are reused. - The visa centre (VFS, TLScontact) charges a separate service fee on top of the €80 Schengen visa fee. ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient financial means** — Provide bank statements showing adequate balance for the stay; include sponsor letter if applicable. - **Unclear purpose of visit or lack of ties to home country** — Submit a detailed cover letter with itinerary, employment letter, and proof of property/family in Syria. - **Incomplete or forged documents** — Use the France-Visas checklist carefully; never submit fake documents. - **Previous visa overstay or negative history** — Always respect visa validity in the past; if not, include a letter explaining the circumstances. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Syria need a visa for France? Citizens of Syria need a visa for France and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Short Stay (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Syria stay in France? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the France visa cost for citizens of Syria? Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee. ### How long does France visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Syria need for France? Valid passport (valid for at least 3 months beyond planned departure, with 2 blank pages); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport‑size photos (35x45 mm, white background, ICAO compliant); Round‑trip flight itinerary or proof of travel reservations; Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage, valid throughout Schengen area); Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, rental agreement, or invitation letter); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for France? At least 3 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/ ## Sources - [france-visas.gouv.fr](https://france-visas.gouv.fr/) ## More - [France visa for every passport](/visa/france) - [Every destination for Syria passport holders](/visa/passport/syria)