Basic Travel Requirements for Liberians visiting
France
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a French Visa.
- A Liberian passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of civil status.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of the travel itinerary.
- Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.
- The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
- A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to their home country.
- Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
France Visa for Liberians
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 | 5-7 working days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 5-7 working days | 90 days |
| Student visa | 5-7 working days | more than 90 days |
| Work visa | 5-7 working days | more than 90 days |
General Requirements for France Visa
- A Liberian passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
- Correctly completed visa application form duly signed by the applicant.
- Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
- Bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
- Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
- Proof of civil status.
- Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
- Copy of return flight ticket.
- Copy of the travel itinerary.
- Applicants are to provide proof of the paid visa application fee.
- The parents/legal guardians have to sign the form if the applicant is a minor.
- A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
- Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
- Documentation showing applicant’s ties to their home country.
- Medical insurance that covers the duration of stay.
France Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This visa is issued to Liberians intending to travel to France for vacation or sightseeing.
- While this tourist visa allows you to visit your friends and relatives in the country, it does not allow you to work in France.
- Those visiting friends and relatives in France require an invitation letter from their host containing the home addresses and full contacts of their host in the country.
- During your time in the country, you are not allowed to enroll in any of the institutions of learning in France.
- Applicants must have a valid passport that has a validity of at least six months from the date of travel.
- Applicants are to submit a travel health insurance that has an equivalent value of 30,000 euros.
- Applicants are to submit their travel itinerary with specific flight dates and tickets.
- If you are employed, a letter from your employer in Liberia is required. The letter should state that your employer is aware of your leave.
- Non-Liberians are required to present a copy of your Liberian stay permit during the visa application process.
- Proof of hotel reservation or accommodation should be submitted.
- Children under the age of 18 years should possess the original copy of their birth certificate. If they are not traveling with their parents, a letter of consent signed by both parents should be provided.
- Proof of an adequate incentive showing you intend to return to Liberia after your stay in France is required.
France Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The French business visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to France for business purposes.
- This visa is issued to liberians for Business purposes. Travelers may meet up with partners in the country for business meetings and to sign and negotiate business contracts.
- You can attend trade fairs, conferences, and business summits while you are in the country.
- A letter of invitation from your French business partner is required. The letter should contain the company’s address and state the purpose of your visit to the country.
- A letter from your employer in Liberia stating that he/she is aware of your business leave is required. The duration and purpose of your visit to the country should be clearly stated.
- If you have had previous business dealings with the company, proof of this should be presented.
- A copy of the certificate of business registration of the company you are meeting with should be provided.
- If the French company is responsible for taking care of your expenses, it should be stated in the letter from the French company.
- Travel insurance that covers applicants’ duration of stay should be submitted.
- You are prohibited from being paid for the services you render while you are in the country.
- For private business owners, a copy of their Income Tax Return(ITR) form or certificate of income tax deducted from salary should be submitted.
- A certificate of business registration of your business partner in Denmark is required.
- Non-Liberians should ensure they have a copy of their stay permit.
- Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
France Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- Applicants who have been accepted by a French learning institution to study are eligible for this visa.
- During the visa application process, you are required to present the letter of acceptance from the institution that admitted you.
- Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended are necessary during the visa application.
- Non-Liberians are expected to provide a copy of their Liberian stay permit.
- Holders of this visa are allowed to work part-time when school is in session and full-time when they are on break.
- An extension to the visa may be granted to cover the entire duration of your study in France.
- If you are a minor traveling without your parents, a letter of consent signed by both your parents should be provided.
- You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country on this visa.
- Receipt of paid visa application form is required.
- The French student visa costs €60 to process.
France Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- To legally work in France, Liberians must apply for a French work visa.
- To be eligible to apply for this visa, you must have been employed by a company in France and met all the visa requirements.
- You are to provide a letter from your employer in the country confirming your employment.
- The address of the company, as well as your job description, should be clearly stated in the letter.
- Proof that you are not receiving below the stipulated minimum wage is required.
- Non-Liberians are to provide a copy of his/her Liberian stay permit.
- You are required to apply for a work permit as soon as you arrive in the country.
- Proof that you have paid the visa application fee is required.
- Proof that you have the incentive of returning to Liberia after the expiration of your visa and permit is needed.
- You are expected to abide by all the rules guiding your visa application.
France Visa Fees
Tourist visa
60.00 (EUR)
Business visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
75.00 (EUR)
Work visa
75.00 (EUR)
France Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Liberia
Monrovia
French Embassy in Monrovia, Algirdo g4, Monrovia Liberia.
ambassadeafrance.liberia@gmail.fr
(+231) 22 312 114