France Visa: Schengen Short Stay for Bangladeshi Applicants
How to get a short-stay visa for France for tourism, family visits, or business: what you need, how it works, and what it costs.
Am I eligible?Schengen fees, document lists, and appointment systems change often. Amounts on this page are planning guides, not official figures. Start your application on the official France-Visas portal (france-visas.gouv.fr) and use only the official visa application centre for Bangladesh. Avoid agents who promise guaranteed approval or sell appointment slots. Confirm every detail on the official sources before you pay.
Visa overview
A Type C Schengen visa lets you visit France and travel across the Schengen area for a short time.
What you get
- Stay in France for up to 90 days in 180
- Travel to other Schengen countries
- Single, double, or multiple entry, based on your case
- Tourism, family or friend visits, and business trips
- No sponsor needed for tourism if you can fund the trip
- Family members apply individually
- Who it is for
- Visitors who will return to Bangladesh and can show funds, a plan, and ties to home.
- Not for
- Study, long-term work, or settling in France. Those need a long-stay visa with separate rules.
- Where to apply
- Fill in the form on France-Visas, then submit your file and biometrics at the official application centre in Bangladesh.
- When to apply
- Up to 6 months before travel and at least 15 days before. Apply earlier in busy seasons.
Eligibility requirements
What the consulate looks for.
- Passport
- Valid for at least 3 months after you leave the Schengen area, issued in the last 10 years, with at least 2 blank pages.
- Purpose of travel
- A clear, believable reason with an itinerary, hotel bookings, or an invitation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel bookings, or an accommodation certificate from a host in France if you stay with family or friends.
- Funds
- Bank statements for the last 6 months. France sets a minimum daily amount that depends on whether you have hotel bookings or a host. Check the current figure.
- Insurance
- Travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 across the whole Schengen area.
- Ties to Bangladesh
- Job, business, property, or family that shows you will return home.
Quick eligibility check
A rough guide only. The consulate makes the final decision.
Your journey step by step
Open each stage. Timelines vary by season.
1. Plan your tripDays
Fix your dates and itinerary. France is your main destination if you spend the most nights there.
2. Prepare documents1 to 3 weeks
Collect bank statements, job or business papers, hotel bookings, flight reservation, and insurance. Do not buy a non-refundable ticket before approval.
3. Fill in the application on France-Visas1 day
Complete the online form accurately and print the summary. Wrong or false information can cause a refusal and future problems.
4. Book the appointmentDays to weeks
Book at the official application centre for France in Bangladesh. Only use the official website, never third-party sellers of slots.
5. Submit and give biometrics1 visit
Submit your file, give fingerprints and a photo, and pay the visa and service fees.
6. Wait for the decision15 to 45 days
Most cases are decided within about 15 days, but it can take up to 45 days in complex cases. Track your application online.
7. Collect your passport and travelOn approval
Check the dates and entry type on the sticker. Enter within the validity and do not stay beyond the days allowed.
What you need to prepare
The consulate may ask for more, depending on your case.
Identity
- Valid passport
- Old passports with visas
- France-Visas form summary
- Photos to Schengen rules
Financial
- 6 months of bank statements
- Salary slips or business papers
- Tax records
- Sponsor letter, if sponsored
Travel
- Flight reservation
- Hotel bookings or host certificate
- Day-by-day itinerary
- Travel insurance
Ties to home
- Employment letter with leave approval
- Trade licence, if self-employed
- Property or family documents
Common questions
Short answers.
Can I work in France on this visa?
No. This visa is for short visits only. Work needs a separate long-stay work visa.
Do I need an invitation letter?
Not for tourism if you book your own stay. If you stay with a host in France, an accommodation certificate and the host’s documents are usually needed.
What if my visa is refused?
You get a written reason and can appeal or reapply. Fix the problem named in the refusal before you apply again. The visa fee is not refunded.
Can the rules change?
Yes. Schengen fees, systems, and border checks change from time to time. Confirm with the official French visa sources before you apply.
Cost estimate
Approximate amounts in euros (EUR). Official fees are set by the Schengen rules.
The service charge of the application centre and insurance prices are estimates and differ by provider and trip length. Flights, hotels, translation, and courier fees are not included. Confirm every amount with the official application centre and French visa sources.
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