Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
France
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a French Visa.
- A valid passport/travel ID
- Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
- Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
- Two current passport-sized photos
- Medical/travel insurance
- Travel itinerary
- Letter of acceptance from university or place of study – for students
- A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
France Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about France
France is a country rich in art and culture. The art and culture on display is the top pick for tourists who visit this country. The world-famous Eiffel tower attracts millions of visitors year-in-year-out. The country’s wide range of wine and cuisines can be best enjoyed on the various Mediterranean beaches available.
France is the most popular tourist destination in the world as the country receives over 85.7 million foreign tourists yearly.
Tourists should try to avoid traveling during french school holidays as hotel rooms are usually overbooked and traffic is unbearable.
Types of France Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 15 days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 15 days | Variable |
| Work visa | 15 days | Variable |
General Requirements for France Visa
- A valid passport/travel ID
- Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
- Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
- Two current passport-sized photos
- Medical/travel insurance
- Travel itinerary
- Letter of acceptance from university or place of study – for students
- A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
France Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit France for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- Applicants seeking this visa need to submit an invitation letter from a family member or host living in France.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- Applicants may also need to provide a document that shows their intention to return home once their visa expires.
- The France tourist visa is valid for only 90 days.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
France Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to France for business purposes.
- You will need to provide an invitation letter from the French company you will be visiting.
- This letter will also contain their detailed address, accompanied with the date and actual purpose of your trip.
- If you’ve had previous business dealings with the company, proof of this should be presented.
- If you are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
- Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- It must be made clear whether your trip will be sponsored by the employer or the local company.
France Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to foreigners visiting France for the purpose of study.
- There are different categories of study visas depending on your situation.
- Non EU/EEA citizens must obtain a student visa to study in France, even if your stay is less than 3 months.
- The visa fee for long stay national visa for study purposes is €50 for students applying for bachelors/ masters courses.
- This fee is the same for dual course applicants, as well as exchange students.
- A cover letter explaining the study project and a CV/resume is required.
- Applicants must also submit proof of sufficient funds to last them the entire duration of the study.
- A proof of medical insurance with coverage valid in France is needed.
- Spouses and children may be permitted to reside in France while you study, but this is conditional.
France Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- If you’re planning on taking a job in France, you need to get a work permit first.
- If you wish to apply for a French work visa, be aware that it is mandatory to have first obtained employment there.
- Your employer must contact the OFII (Office Français de l’Immigration et de l’Intégration – formerly the ANAEM) at one of the addresses listed on their website.
- The OFII will then send a letter to the Consulate of France with its decision to deny or grant the visa.
- Only after the Consulate has received this letter, can the applicant make an appointment to visit the visa section in person.
- Applicants from African countries are not required to apply in person at the Consulate of France.
- Working illegally in France could lead to deportation as well as either yourself or your employer facing a fine or a prison sentence.
- In 2016, in an attempt to attract more foreigners, the French government made it easier and more streamlined to obtain certain working permits for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens through the introduction of the new “Talent Passport” permit.
France Visa Fees
Tourist visa
100.00 (EUR)
Business visa
100.00 (EUR)
Student visa
100.00 (EUR)
Work visa
100.00 (EUR)
France Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Ghana
Accra
12th road (off Liberation avenue), Accra-Ghana
http://www.ambafrance-gh.org
info@ambafrance-gh.org
(+233) 302 21 45 50