{"id":256079,"date":"2020-12-29T16:30:04","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T16:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vti.95.179.213.57.altelis.com\/aide-faq\/"},"modified":"2021-01-27T14:51:48","modified_gmt":"2021-01-27T14:51:48","slug":"help-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.visatravel.fr\/en\/help-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Help – Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Header – Bandeau | Section” module_class=” global-section bandeau-title-section dark-bg animation-type for-toBottom” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ background_enable_image=”off” locked=”off” collapsed=”on”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Titre | Row” module_class=”bandeau-title-row” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ width=”100%” max_width=”100%” height=”100%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”col1″ _builder_version=”4.4.1″][et_pb_text module_class=”bandeau-title-module” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default”]

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Visas<\/p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_blurb admin_label=”L\u00e9galisations” module_id=”div-2″ module_class=”menustyle-button-module documents div-trigger” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default”]<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Legalizations<\/p>[\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=”1 – Menu – Content | Row” module_id=”div-to-show” module_class=”neto-menu-content-row div-content div-1 animation-type for-toRight menu-from-left” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” animation_style=”slide” animation_direction=”left” animation_delay=”700ms” animation_intensity_slide=”5%”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ module_class=”menu-from-left-trigger-animation” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_accordion admin_label=”Visas” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do I have to provide my original passport for a Visa application?” open=”on” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″]The original passport is required for all visa applications outside of eVisa.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I travel with a damaged but still valid passport?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]Be sure to provide a passport in good condition! Not only would you risk being refused your visa application and, if it is accepted, being refused access to the territory when you pass through the border post.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I apply for a Visa with an expired passport?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off” sticky_enabled=”0″]No, generally your passport must have a minimum validity of 6 months after the date of your trip. Check the country of destination sheet to know the consulate’s expectations in this regard.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I provide scanned photographs for a Visa application?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]No, you must submit original photographs. Only an eVisa request can offer a scanned photograph.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I provide black and white photographs?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]No, the photographs proposed must be in color with, preferably, a light background.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I wear glasses in my photographs?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Some consulates accept others not. We therefore advise you to provide photos without glasses.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I complete my Visa application form in pencil?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]No, when the form is to be written by hand, you must complete it with a blue or black pen. Avoid felt-tip pens, opt for pen tips.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I send you my Visa application form by email?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Most consulates require that the forms offered when applying for a Visa bear the applicant’s original signature. Therefore, sending this document by email is prohibited.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do I have to complete all sections of a Visa application form?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Yes, even if some of the questions asked may sometimes seem irrelevant to you in relation to a Visa application. An incorrectly completed form can lead to Visa refusal.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I apply for a tourist Visa even if the purpose of the trip is professional?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]We will always advise you to obtain a Visa in connection with your activity there. Some countries track down “bogus tourists” and you will therefore be liable to penalties ranging from a simple fine to many more.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I use my Visa whenever I want as I want?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Yes and no! You must scrupulously respect what your Visa offers you as a possibility, both in terms of validity dates, the number of entries or the type of activity that you can exercise on site.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I be refused my Visa application? For what reasons?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Unfortunately yes! As many embassies and consulates like to point out, obtaining a Visa is not a right but a privilege granted by the host country.Your application can be refused both because your file is incomplete or badly completed but also for other reasons which sometimes remain at the discretion of the embassy or consulate.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I apply for a Visa without having already defined travel dates?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Some consulates require your flight tickets when you apply for a Visa, others do not. Refer to the destination country file to know the consulate’s expectations on this subject.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”How do I know if my trip requires a Visa application?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Refer to the destination country sheet to find out if a Visa is necessary or not.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is my presence compulsory for submitting my Visa application?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]No, the presence of the applicant is not mandatory except when you have to offer your fingerprints or when the consulate wishes to see you for an interview prior to the acceptance of your application.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I get my Visa urgently for all destinations?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]No, some consulates offer urgent processing of requests, others do not. Refer to the country of destination sheet to find out about the possibilities offered by the consulate on this subject.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I have my Visa extended on site?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]This remains at the goodwill of the authorities of the host country. If this is generally possible, do not make your request for an extension at the last moment, otherwise you will be refused.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can I apply for a Visa from a country other than that of my nationality \/ residence?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]This is still possible under certain conditions. You must contact the consular service of the destination country from where you are.[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is the eVisa equivalent to a classic Visa?” _builder_version=”4.7.4″ _module_preset=”default” toggle_level=”h3″ open=”off”]Yes, the eVisa is a full-fledged Visa. Instead of a Visa stuck on one of the pages of your passport, you will receive it electronically. 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