France Now Requires All Travellers to Book Visa Appointments Online
France Introduces Mandatory Online System for All Visa Appointments
The French government has officially implemented a mandatory online procedure for all visa appointments, requiring travellers—regardless of visa type—to register through a digital platform. This applies to all applicants, including those seeking Schengen short-stay visas and long-stay national visas. No exemptions have been announced, and all travellers planning to visit France must adhere to the new system.
Authorities advise applicants to prepare in advance and complete the new digital process as part of their travel planning.
How to Apply for a French Visa Through the New Online System
To obtain a visa to France, applicants must complete a multi-step digital process using official French government portals such as Visa Wizard and Démarches Simplifiées.
? Step 1: Use Visa Wizard
The Visa Wizard tool helps travellers determine:
- Whether they need a visa
- What type of visa they require
- Required documentation and applicable fees
? Step 2: Register on Démarches Simplifiées
After confirming the visa requirement, applicants must register through Démarches Simplifiées, the French government’s online platform for administrative procedures.
The form includes essential questions such as:
- Purpose of the trip
- Departure and return dates
- Duration of stay
Once completed, the applicant receives a confirmation letter. It is critical to ensure that all submitted information is accurate and valid.
? Step 3: Attend Appointment at Visa Centre
The remaining steps—such as biometric data collection, passport submission, and visa fee payment—will be carried out at the designated visa application centre on the scheduled appointment date.
France Expands Visa Services in Morocco
In parallel with the digital transition, France is also enhancing its consular services abroad, particularly in Morocco. New visa service centres are being opened in cities such as Dakhla, Laayoune, and Es-Semara.
The French Embassy in Morocco confirmed that TLS Contact, the official visa processing partner, has recently expanded operations to Laayoune.
“In line with the position expressed by the President of the Republic during his official visit last October, visa application services have been expanded directly to Laayoune, in partnership with TLS. Residents of this region will now benefit from the same services,” the French Embassy in Morocco stated.
This expansion is aimed at improving access to visa services for residents of southern Morocco, reducing the need to travel long distances for appointments.
Conclusion
France’s new mandatory online visa appointment system marks a significant shift toward a more digitized and streamlined visa application process. With expanded regional access in countries like Morocco and a user-friendly application structure, France is working to balance both efficiency and accessibility in its visa services.
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