There are the latest updates for Pakistani citizens who are planning to visit France on a Schengen visa, according to reports on Sunday. Here you can know all you need to know.
For starters, applicants have to provide a complete bank statement and other important documents with their application.
The French Embassy in Pakistan will review all documents carefully before making a final decision on the visa.
Applicants are advised to apply early because the processing time for a short stay visa usually takes 15 to 20 days after the embassy interview.
How to apply
To apply for a French Schengen visa, applicants need a valid passport, travel itinerary, confirmed return ticket, proof of job or business, and documents showing strong family or personal ties to Pakistan.
They also have to submit bank statements from the last six months. This, along with salary slips from the last three months, or a pension certificate.
They also need to provide proof of accommodation. This can be a hotel booking, rent agreement, or an invitation letter from a host.
In addition to this, travel health insurance covering all Schengen countries is also needed.
How much does it cost
People staying in hotels need to have around €120 per day for their trip, according to the details.
And, people who are going to stay with a host or in accommodations that have been booked before may need between €65 and €110 per day.
People who are staying in a hotel for a 90 day long stay may newd around €10,800 in their bank account.
As the rate of Euro is at about Rs324.32 in May 2026, this means you may need to show a closing balance of more than Rs3.5 million.
Interested people can apply for the visa by completing the application form and gathering all required documents. Then they will have to book an appointment with the visa centre or embassy and attend an interview.
