AIf you are planning to study, work, travel, or do business in France, this guide will help you understand the visa types, processing time, requirements, and application procedure.
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✈️ Types of France Visa from Bangladesh
France offers several categories of visas for Bangladeshi citizens. Depending on your purpose of travel, you can apply for:
1. Tourist / Travel Visa
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For sightseeing, leisure, or visiting friends/family.
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Short-stay Schengen visa (valid up to 90 days).
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Easier compared to other visas but requires strong documentation (travel plan, hotel booking, financial proof, insurance).
2. Business Visa
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For meetings, conferences, and trade purposes.
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Short-stay, usually valid up to 90 days.
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Requires official invitation or business purpose documents.
3. Student Visa
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For higher studies, training, or research.
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Long-stay visa (more than 90 days).
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Admission/enrollment in a French institution is compulsory.
4. Work / Job Visa
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For salaried employment in France.
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Long-stay visa with employer contract.
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Complex procedure, requires prior approval from French labour authorities.
5. Family Reunion Visa
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For joining close family members legally residing in France.
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Long-stay visa with strict relationship proofs.
6. Transit Visa
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For airport transit when passing through France en route to another destination.
⏳ Processing Time for France Visa
| Visa Type | Processing Time (Approx.) |
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| Tourist / Business Visa | 15 days |
| Student Visa | 30–45 days |
| Work Visa | 30–60 days |
| Family Reunion Visa | 45–90 days |
⚠️ Tip: Book your appointment early, as waiting times for slots in Dhaka may be 2–3 weeks.
Which Visa is Easier?
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Tourist/Travel visa is usually considered easier.
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Business visa comes next (requires invitation).
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Student visa is moderately complex but easier if you have confirmed admission.
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Work visa and family reunion visa are the most difficult due to strict requirements.
Application Procedure (Step by Step)
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Visit the France-Visas portal → France-Visas Bangladesh
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Choose your visa type (tourist, student, work, etc.).
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Create an online account and fill up the application form.
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Prepare documents: passport, photos, proof of funds, travel plan, insurance, admission letter/job contract (if applicable).
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Book appointment via VFS Global → VFS France Bangladesh
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Visit the Visa Application Centre (VAC) in Dhaka to submit biometrics & documents.
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Pay visa fee during submission.
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Wait for decision (check status online).
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Collect passport from VFS once processed.
🏢 France Visa Application Centre in Dhaka
Great news for Bangladeshi applicants!
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France has launched a Visa Application Centre in Dhaka in partnership with VFS Global.
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Services: Document submission, biometric enrolment, passport collection.
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Address: Rangs Z Square, Level 7, 118 Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan-2, Dhaka.
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Working Hours: Sunday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
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Book appointments here → VFS France Bangladesh
📖 Useful Links
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Official France Visa Portal: france-visas.gouv.fr
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French Embassy Dhaka: How to Apply
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VFS Global France Bangladesh: visa.vfsglobal.com
France Visa Application Fee (Approx.)
| Visa Type | Application Fee (Approx.) |
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| Tourist / Business Visa | €90 + VFS service charge (~€22) |
| Student Visa | €50–€99 (depending on course type) + service fee |
| Work Visa | €99 + service fee |
| Family Reunion Visa | €99 + service fee |
🎯 Final Tips
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Always apply at least 1–2 months before travel.
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Submit accurate and complete documents to avoid refusal.
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Ensure travel insurance and financial proof are valid.
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Use the new Dhaka VFS Centre for convenience.
