A France visa does not have one all-inclusive price. There is a government fee, there may be an application-centre fee, and then there are optional services.
By VisaKendra Editorial Desk • Reviewed against official sources: 9 October 2026 • 7-minute read
The France visa fees for Indian applicants are easiest to understand when you separate three bills: the French government’s visa application fee, the external visa-centre charge, and any private assistance or optional extras. Confusing these amounts is why online searches for “France visit visa fee” often return contradictory numbers.
2026 official France visa fees
| Visa / applicant | Standard fee | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Short-stay Schengen adult | €90 | Tourism, family visits and eligible business visits. |
| Schengen child aged 6–under 12 | €45 | Subject to the applicable category and exemptions. |
| Child under 6 | Normally €0 | Standard visa fee exemption; other service charges may still apply. |
| Long-stay visa | €99 | Different rules and possible reduced fees for some categories. |
The values above come from the French government visa-fee schedule. These are not a promise that the full application journey will cost only €90. Eligibility for a reduced fee or exemption depends on the applicant’s circumstances.
Why the INR amount changes
The government fee is established in euros, but France-Visas says applicants filing in India pay the corresponding amount in rupees using the relevant official consular or Chancery exchange rate. An online currency converter is useful for rough budgeting, not a substitute for the payable INR sum displayed during filing.
VFS charges are a separate line
Application-centre handling or service fees may be collected in addition to the government fee. Optional services—such as courier, photocopying or premium lounge facilities when offered—can raise the total. Premium convenience services do not purchase a more favourable visa decision.
VisaKendra fees are not the government fee
VisaKendra may display private service plans and payable estimates at its France visa hub. These figures must not be presented as the French government’s €90 fee unless the particular product clearly states what is included. Confirm the exact quote, refund policy and government or VFS exclusions before payment.
What else should a France holiday budget include?
- Travel medical insurance, flights and accommodation.
- Transport within France or across the Schengen Area.
- Photographs, translations or other document preparation where needed.
- Application centre travel costs and optional courier services.
- Visa service assistance, if voluntarily selected.
“The €90 government fee is the beginning of the calculation, not the final invoice.”
Is a Paris tourist visa more expensive?
No separate visa exists merely because the destination is Paris. An Indian traveller visiting Paris for short-stay tourism typically applies for the appropriate France Schengen visa. Paris hotels and flights affect the trip budget, not the official visa fee category.
Refunds, refusals and financial evidence
France-Visas notes that the administration retains the visa fee even if the application is refused. The visa fee is an examination charge, not an approval deposit. Keep proof of payment, understand optional-service conditions, and be wary of claims of guaranteed refunds or guaranteed visas.
Questions travellers ask
What is the France tourist visa fee for an Indian adult?
The standard French government short-stay Schengen fee is €90; VFS charges and optional services are separate.
How much is €90 in rupees today?
The payable INR amount depends on the rate used by the French administration. Check the current official application instructions instead of fixing a rupee amount in a blog post.
Is the France visa fee refundable if rejected?
The French government visa application fee is generally non-refundable after a refusal.
Does Tourwallet offer easy EMIs for a France holiday?
You may enquire about travel-payment or EMI options, but availability, partner approval and repayment terms must be confirmed before any financial commitment.
Visa planning — your next step
Get your France visa route checked before you pay.
VisaKendra is a private visa-assistance service. French authorities decide every application; official and service fees are separate.
VisaKendra publishes practical visa information and offers private application assistance. For the holiday itself, Tourwala.com can prepare customised France and Europe itineraries. Mr Ved Khanna is associated with Tourwala Enterprises and is listed as President of the Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI leadership). This travel-industry background is not a government endorsement or a visa-approval guarantee.
For travel payments and possible easy-EMI options, travellers may enquire through Tourwallet. Financing availability, lender terms and eligibility must be confirmed independently before booking; an EMI product is not automatically included with a visa or holiday.
Read the official sources
This editorial guide distinguishes published government requirements from VisaKendra’s private guidance. For the latest instructions, use the authority links below; fees and appointment availability may change after the date of review.
- France-Visas: government visa-fee schedule
- France-Visas India: local-currency and VFS fee information
- European Commission: visa application costs
Continue reading on VisaKendra
- France Visa for Indians (2026): The Schengen Guide That Makes Sense
- How to Apply for a France Visa from India: A 2026 Walkthrough
- France Visa Appointment in India: VFS Booking & Biometrics Explained
- France Schengen Visa Processing Time from India: 2026 Reality Check
Editorial disclosure: visakendra.in/ provides general information, not legal advice. VisaKendra.com is an independent commercial application-assistance service, not the Embassy of France, France-Visas or VFS Global. Do not share passport scans in public comment fields.
