Support for your French visa application

Conditions vary depending on the type of visa requested. Generally, you must: (1) Have sufficient financial resources, (2) Have health insurance covering your medical expenses in France, (3) Have accommodation in France, (4) Present a clean criminal record, (5) Meet the specific conditions for the visa type (admission to an institution for student visa, work contract for work visa, etc.). The final decision belongs to French authorities.

With Hiliv, your application is generally prepared in 15 days. The consulate appointment is obtained in 2 to 4 weeks. After submission, the processing time by the consulate varies between 2 and 8 weeks depending on your country of residence and the type of visa. We support you at every step.

It depends on the type of visa. The visitor visa does not allow you to engage in paid professional activity in France. However, the student visa allows part-time work, and the talent visa allows work within the defined framework. If you want to work, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa for your situation.

Once your application is submitted, the consular authorities examine your request. The processing time varies according to your country of residence and the type of visa. If your visa is approved and you arrive in France, you'll generally need to validate your visa with OFII (French Office for Immigration and Integration) within 3 months of your arrival. The validity period and renewal possibilities depend on the visa type. Hiliv can also support you with renewal procedures.

The main documents generally include: valid passport, proof of financial resources, international health insurance certificate, proof of accommodation in France, identity photos, completed application form. Specific documents vary depending on the visa type (enrollment certificate for student visa, work contract for work visa, etc.). Our team guides you precisely on the specific documents for your situation and the type of visa requested.