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🇫🇷FRANCE (SCHENGEN)TR-FR

Do Türkiye passport holders need a visa to visit France (Schengen)?

Yes — a Türkiye ordinary (burgundy) passport holder needs a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa to visit France for tourism. It must be obtained before travel; there is no visa-on-arrival or eVisa, and ETIAS does not apply to Turkish nationals. France is a Schengen Area member, and Türkiye is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list. Holders of an ordinary Turkish passport must apply for a Schengen Type C short-stay visa before departure for any tourist trip. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the entire Schengen Area. Applications for France are handled through the official France-Visas portal and the appointed visa centre (VFS Global / TLScontact) in Türkiye, with biometrics collected in person. Travel medical insurance covering at least EUR 30,000 is mandatory. Note: ETIAS (the EU travel authorisation launching late 2026) is only for visa-exempt nationals and does NOT replace the Schengen visa for Turkish citizens — they continue to apply for the full visa. Only Turkish diplomatic (black), service (green) and special (grey) passport holders are visa-exempt for short stays; ordinary passport holders are not. As of 30 May 2026 the consular fee is EUR 80 (rising to EUR 90 in June 2026). The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) went live on 10 April 2026 and registers travellers' biometrics at the border.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Schengen short-stay visa (Type C, uniform visa)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period
per entry
Entries
Single, double or multiple entry (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 80 (rises to EUR 90 from June 2026); EUR 40 for children 6–11
consular fee only
Processing time
15 calendar days typical; up to 45 days if extra checks
standard track
Validity
Valid for the dates granted; multiple-entry visas may be valid up to 1–5 years
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm visa type and Schengen destination
For tourism, apply for a Schengen Type C short-stay visa. France is the correct country to apply to if it is your main destination or first point of entry.
· Type C· Main destination rule
/02
Create a France-Visas account and complete the online form
Use the official France-Visas portal to fill in the application, generate your form and receipt, and identify the competent visa centre in Türkiye.
· france-visas.gouv.fr· Online form
/03
Book a biometrics appointment at the visa centre
France outsources collection to VFS Global / TLScontact in Türkiye (Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, etc.). Since 2024, applicants must attend in person to give fingerprints and a photo.
· VFS Global / TLScontact· In person
/04
Gather supporting documents
Prepare passport, photos, travel medical insurance (min. EUR 30,000), proof of accommodation, round-trip flight reservation, proof of funds and employment/ties to Türkiye.
· Insurance EUR 30,000· Proof of funds
/05
Attend the appointment and pay the fee
Submit documents, give biometrics and pay the consular fee plus the visa-centre service charge. Keep the tracking reference.
· EUR 80 consular fee· Service charge
/06
Track and collect the decision
Track the application online; collect the passport with the visa sticker or arrange courier return. Check the dates and number of entries before travelling.
· Online tracking· Check sticker
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Ordinary passport valid 3+ months beyond visa, issued within last 10 years, 2 blank pages
required
Completed and signed France-Visas application form
required
Two recent ICAO-compliant passport photos
required
Travel medical insurance covering min. EUR 30,000 for the whole stay
required
Round-trip flight reservation / itinerary
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation/attestation d'accueil)
required
Proof of sufficient financial means (bank statements, last 3 months)
required
Proof of employment / ties to Türkiye (leave letter, business registration)
recommended
Cover letter explaining purpose and itinerary
recommended
Previous visas / travel history copies
optional
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Schengen consular visa fee (adult)EUR 80Standard fee until end of May 2026; rises to EUR 90 from June 2026
Schengen visa fee (child 6–11)EUR 40Children under 6 are free of charge
Visa-centre service fee (VFS / TLScontact)approx. EUR 30–40Per applicant, in addition to the consular fee
Travel medical insuranceapprox. EUR 20–60Must cover at least EUR 30,000; varies by length of stay and age
Total estimateEUR 130 — EUR 180incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard processing
15 calendar days
Typical decision time after the biometrics appointment for a complete file.
Extended review
Up to 45 days
Applies when additional documents or consultations are required.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Türkiye is not on the Schengen visa-exempt list
Turkish ordinary passport holders require a visa for all Schengen countries, including France.
High
/02
Main-destination rule misapplied
Applying to France when most of the trip is spent in another Schengen country can lead to refusal.
Medium
/03
Insufficient or missing travel insurance
Insurance below EUR 30,000 coverage or not covering the full stay is a common refusal ground.
Medium
/04
Weak proof of funds or ties to Türkiye
Inadequate financial evidence or unclear intent to return increases refusal risk.
Medium
/05
Confusing ETIAS with the Schengen visa
ETIAS does not apply to Turkish nationals; they must still obtain a full visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Türkiye to France route verified
Confirmed via France-Visas and the Türkiye MFA that ordinary Turkish passport holders still need a Schengen Type C visa for France; verified ETIAS does not apply to Turkish nationals and that the EES border system went live on 10 April 2026. Noted consular fee is EUR 80, rising to EUR 90 in June 2026.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Turkish ordinary passport holder enter France without a visa?—
No. Ordinary (burgundy) passport holders must obtain a Schengen short-stay visa before travelling. Only diplomatic, service and special passport holders are exempt for short stays.
Does ETIAS replace the Schengen visa for Turkish travellers?+
Which country should I apply to if I visit several Schengen states?+
How long can I stay with the visa?+
How much does the visa cost in 2026?+
What is the EES and does it affect me?+
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