Basic Travel Requirements for Zimbabweans visiting
France
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a French Visa.
- A duly completed and signed France Schengen visa.
- A valid passport issued within the last 10 years.
- Two blank pages of the passport for visa stamps.
- Two passport-sized photos with a light background.
- Copies of the applicant’s previous visas (if any).
- A copy of your return ticket reservation.
- Travel visa insurance confirmation of a minimum of € 30,000 coverage within France and the entire Schengen area.
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay.
- A cover letter stating the purpose of your visit to France.
- Proof of accommodation for your entire stay in France.
- Applicants’ flight ticket reservations.
- Proof of civil status in Zimbabwe.
France Visa for Zimbabweans
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 | 10-15 days | 90 days |
| Work visa | 10-15 days | As the applicant’s contract states |
| Student visa | 10-15 days | 1-4 years |
| Transit visa | 10-15 days | 1-5 days |
General Requirements for France Visa
- A duly completed and signed France Schengen visa.
- A valid passport issued within the last 10 years.
- Two blank pages of the passport for visa stamps.
- Two passport-sized photos with a light background.
- Copies of the applicant’s previous visas (if any).
- A copy of your return ticket reservation.
- Travel visa insurance confirmation of a minimum of € 30,000 coverage within France and the entire Schengen area.
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the period of stay.
- A cover letter stating the purpose of your visit to France.
- Proof of accommodation for your entire stay in France.
- Applicants’ flight ticket reservations.
- Proof of civil status in Zimbabwe.
France Short-stay Schengen Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The Schengen short-stay visa is issued to travelers who want to visit France for tourism, business, family visitation or any other short term purpose.
- The applicant’s reason for travel must be clearly stated on the visa stamped in the applicant’s visa.
- Application forms should be filled correctly and with all honesty.
- You can also fill the France Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
- Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the return date.
- When you submit your application, your fingerprints will be taken and these will remain valid for 5 years.
- Some applicants such as children under the age of 12 do not need to have their fingerprints taken.
- Travelers on this visa are expected to have at least €14 to spend per day.
- Applicants are expected to be physically present for submission of the signed application form to the appropriate embassy in Zimbabwe.
- For accommodation, you can book hotels online.
- There should be an invitation letter from the applicant’s family or friends in France with their address and phone number in case the applicant would be hosted by them.
- For business applicants, they are to submit an invitation letter from the French company they will be visiting and a detailed address accompanied by the dates of their visit.
- The employer or the partner company must state coverage of the applicant’s expenses for the duration of stay in France on the letter of invitation.
- There should be a detailed itinerary of the applicant’s travel and a return ticket to Zimbabwe at the end of the applicant’s stay.
France Work Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The France work visa is issued to those who intend to work in the country.
- To be eligible to apply for this visa, you must have been employed by a company in France and meet all the France visa requirements.
- You are to attach proof of your academic qualification such as grade’s transcription and certificates.
- Applicants should also bring proof of their proficiency in speaking and writing French.
- The applicant’s employment contract which has been signed by the employer would be requested at the embassy.
- A cover letter explaining the purpose of your visit to the Schengen country is also required.
- Note that the embassy might request for more documents than the aforementioned.
- There should be a signed note from the hiring company stating their intended sponsorship of the employed applicant.
France Student Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This student visa is issued to foreign applicants who have intentions to study in France.
- Students applying to study in France must be over 18 years of age.
- You will be issued a short-stay visa for a training course not exceeding three months.
- For a training course exceeding three or six months, you will be issued a temporary long-stay visa and a residence permit.
- For training or a course exceeding six months, you will be issued a long-stay visa which is equivalent to a residence permit.
- For the residence permit, applicants would be subject to further formalities on your arrival in France.
- Foreigners on the temporary long-stay visa can take up part-time jobs in France.
- A certificate of recent scholarly achievement (if any) is required.
- A certificate of bank balance is to be submitted.
- Applicants need to pay for at least 2 terms of 10 weeks each for an academic year to get the certificate issued and sent of them by the University.
France Transit Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- The transit visa for France is referred to as the Airport Transit Visa (ATV).
- An Airport Transit Visa (ATV) is required to be able to go through any Schengen state.
- The ATV type should be the multiple ATV that authorizes several transits through Schengen states.
- The visa application form for the Schengen visa should be electronically filled after which the hard copy of the filled form should be printed.
- Fingerprints are required for a Schengen Visa so the applicant has to be physically present at the embassy during the application.
- A passport with a validity of at least three months beyond the return date should be submitted alongside the duly completed visa application form.
- There should be two copies of the passport photo page having the address of the applicant.
- Two recently taken passport photos should also be attached.
- Applicants are advised to ensure that they bring along all the required documents to the embassy as incomplete documentation could lead to delay or visa denial.
- On arrival at the country of transit, you are expected to remain in the international zone of the airport until you are connected to your final destination.
France Visa Fees
Tourist visa
Short-stay Schengen Visa
60.00 (EUR)
Work visa
60.00 (EUR)
Student visa
99.00 (EUR)
Transit visa
60.00 (EUR)
France Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Zimbabwe
Harare
French Embassy. 3 Princess Drive, Newlands, Harare.
zw.ambafrance.org
web.harare@diplomatie.gouv.fr
(+263) 867 700 7154