France Visa Document Checklist from Türkiye (2026)
Compiled from official consulate/provider lists and the EU harmonised list for Türkiye. For a list filtered to your case use the checklist generator.
Appointment system (VFS Global): Apply online on France-Visas, then book with VFS Global. Tourist/private visits use a waiting list (separate list for holders of a Schengen visa expired less than 2 years ago). An assigned slot must be confirmed within 3 days by paying the service fee.[1]
General documents (everyone)
- Fully completed and signed Schengen visa application form[2]
France: Completed online on France-Visas, printed and signed.[1] - Passport: issued within the last 10 years, at least 2 blank pages, valid at least 3 months after leaving Schengen[2][3][4][5]
- Biometric photo (ICAO standard, taken within the last 6 months)[2][3]
- Travel medical insurance: valid in the whole Schengen area for the whole stay, at least €30,000 cover, incl. emergency care, hospital and repatriation (incl. death)[3][4][5][6]
- Visa fee (general rule: €90 from age 12, €45 for ages 6–12) plus the service provider fee[2]
France: VFS basic service fee €30; visa fee in EUR only.[1] - Transport reservation (return flight etc.) or travel itinerary – a paid ticket is not required[7][4]
- Complete civil registry extract – Tam Tekmil Vukuatlı Nüfus Kayıt Örneği (e-Devlet, with barcode/QR)[7][8][4][6]
- Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or other proof)[7][4]
- Means of subsistence: bank statement for the last 3 months (showing regular income) and proof of income (e.g. last 3 payslips)[7][4]
- Proof of residence (shows your consular district)[6][1][5][4]
France: IKAMET certificate in your name (determines Istanbul vs Ankara district).[1]
Additional: Employee
- Employer letter / leave approval: addressed consulate, name and passport no., start date and job title, length of leave (paid/unpaid), employer contact details, signer’s name and position[7][4]
- SGK employment declaration (Sigortalı İşe Giriş Bildirgesi) and SGK registration and service record with readable QR code[7][4]
- Payslips for the last 3 months[7][8]
Additional: Self-employed / company owner
- Chamber of commerce registration and copy of the Trade Registry Gazette[7][4]
- Tax payment statement / tax plate (vergi levhası)[7][6]
- Company activity certificate (Faaliyet Belgesi); farmers: chamber of agriculture certificate[7][4]
Additional: Student
- Student certificate (higher education: YÖK certificate with readable QR code)[7][4]
- If family pays: sponsorship letter, sponsor’s ID copy and financial documents, civil registry showing the family tie[6][5]
Additional: Retired
By purpose: Tourism
By purpose: Business
- Invitation from the company in the destination country (purpose and length of visit)[7]
- Letter from the sending company in Türkiye (incl. purpose and length of stay) and who covers the costs[7]
- Company bank account statement for the last 3 months[7]
- For trade fairs: entry card or participation documents[7]
By purpose: Visiting family or friends
- Invitation (if relevant): length of stay, relationship, inviter’s ID/residence number, date and signature[7][9]
- Proof of family ties (if relevant, and not already shown by the civil registry extract)[7][9][5]
- Proof of sponsorship and/or accommodation (some states require a national form)[7]
By purpose: Student (course / exchange under 90 days)
- Original invitation/admission letter from the university or research centre (programme, start and end dates)[7][5]
- If funded by an EU programme: letter from the Turkish National Agency or TÜBİTAK[7][5]
Special cases
- Minor travelling alone or with one parent: notarised consent of the non-travelling parent(s) or notarised proof of sole custody[7][4]
- Turkish residence permit valid at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from Schengen[7][4][5]
Apply no earlier than 6 months and no later than 15 days before travel. Standard processing is 15 days, up to 45 days if needed. Consulates may ask for more documents; submitting everything does not guarantee a visa.[2][3]
Study, work or family reunification beyond 90 days needs the country’s national (D) visa, not a Schengen (C) visa. This tool covers short stays (C) only.[10][5]
Last checked: 17 Oct 2026