How long does it usually take to apply for a study visa in France?

The visa acceptance period (from the time when the application materials are transferred from the visa acceptance center to the embassy or consulate) will also vary according to the types of visas:

Short-term visa: In principle, the processing time of visa application is 24 hours (1 working day) on the premise that the visa application materials are complete, meet the requirements of the checklist and do not need additional examination. The French embassy and consulate promised to ensure that this acceptance time will not be affected throughout the year or even during the peak period.

Long-term visa (excluding OFII long-term family reunion visa): about 10 working days. OFII long-term family reunion visa: waiting for the embassy or consulate to receive a reply from the French police.

Please note that the above visa processing cycle is for reference only, and the actual cycle may be different due to the total number of applications, the need to supplement other materials or the nationality of applicants.

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Visa materials:

Schengen visa supplementary questionnaire.

Two 2-inch personal photos on white background.

Original application form for short stay visa signed by the applicant.

Original passport+copies of the first 5 pages of passport, including all pages with visa and stamp.

The original and photocopy of the household registration book and the translation of the information page containing the applicant and his family.

Original ID card+photocopy and translation (issued by Shanghai, Anhui, Jiangsu and Zhejiang authorities). The ID card is issued by the competent authorities in other provinces, and the original+copy and translation of the residence permit issued by the competent authorities in Shanghai, Anhui, Jiangsu and Zhejiang, and the original (or diploma)+copy and translation of the academic certificate are provided.

Original and photocopy of French school registration.

Accommodation certificate (original and copy):

The reception certificate should be issued by the receptionist of the local city hall or police station, or a copy of the hotel reservation form (including the hotel address and the applicant's full name) during her stay in Schengen District (only French or English version is accepted, not Chinese version).

If the residence is rented: proof of lease. If there is free accommodation: a handwritten reception letter from the reception party and a copy of its French identity card or passport and residence permit. If the school provides accommodation, you need to provide proof of C.R.O.U.S (University Service Welfare Center).

Other information: letter of explanation.

Certificate of deposit+copy.

Copy of round-trip air ticket order (French or English version only, not Chinese version).

Original+copy and translation of insurance policy (only French or English version is accepted, Chinese version is not accepted).