France Visa for Bangladesh Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaYes

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for France. Fee: EUR 90 (~USD 104.66). Processing: 15 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 (~BDT 10,800) for adults. VFS service fee: ~EUR 25-30. Apply via VFS Global Dhaka.

Visa types: Schengen C visa: Tourist; Business; Family/Friends Visit; Medical; Cultural/Sports/Conference; Transit. National D visa: Student (VLS-TS); Talent Passport; Worker (TT, Salarié); Family Reunification; Long Stay Visitor; Au Pair.

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)EUR 90 (Schengen C)

In USDUSD 104

In BDTBDT 12,760

Minimum bank balance~USD 72/day (EUR 65)

Service feeVFS service fee: USD 25-40 on top of visa fee

Stay & validity

Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Fine EUR 50-1,200 + 1-5 year ban across all 29 Schengen states; SIS alert

How to apply

MethodFrance-Visas via VFS Dhaka

Application centreVFS Global

Processing time15 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (EUR 65/day proof)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (or Attestation d'accueil)

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Attestation d'accueil)

Invitation Letter Conditional

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Mandatory Mandatory (EUR 30,000+)

Biometrics Yes

Police Clearance No No (short-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size35 × 45 mm · biometric

Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay); France-Visas online application; Appointment at VFS Global Dhaka; 35x45mm photo; Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservations / Attestation d'accueil (host certificate); Bank statement (3 months, ~EUR 65/day proof); Employment letter / business docs; For Student: Campus France clearance + admission.

Visa types (6)

Tourist ★

Single EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

Schengen (C) visa: EUR 90 (~BDT 10,800) for adults. VFS service fee: ~EUR 25-30. Apply via VFS Global Dhaka.

Business French Schengen Type C (Business)

Multiple EUR 90 (~USD 104.66) 15 working days

France Schengen C Business Visa for activities across France and all 29 Schengen states. Apply via France-Visas online portal + VFS Dhaka.

Transit Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

Single EUR 90 (~USD 97.2) 15 calendar days (occasionally up to 45)

Schengen Airport Transit Visa (Type A) - required for Bangladeshi passport holders changing planes airside at a France airport en route to a non-Schengen third country. Keeps you airside; does not permit entry into France or the Schengen Area.

Student France VLS-TS / VLS Étudiant (Long-Stay Student)

Single EUR 99 (~USD 115.13) 6-12 weeks (post Campus France)

France VLS-TS or VLS Étudiant — Long-Stay Student visa. Campus France procedure MANDATORY for BD students (mandatory educational counseling + interview before visa application). VLS-TS = visa-residence permit hybrid; VLS = visa requiring OFII registration on arrival.

Work Passeport Talent (Skilled Worker / EU Blue Card / Researcher)

Single EUR 269 (~USD 312.83) 2-3 months

France Passeport Talent — multi-stream skilled migration: Skilled Worker (DGEF certified), EU Blue Card (salary EUR 53,837/year 2026), Researcher (Convention d'Accueil), Innovative Project Founder, Performing Artist, etc. 4-year initial validity.

Family France VLS Famille / Family Reunification

Single EUR 99 (~USD 115.13) 6-12 months

France Family Reunification — spouse, registered partner (PACS), or minor child of French citizen or residence-card holder.

Common rejection reasons

Common Schengen rejections: (1) France is one of the strictest Schengen for BD nationals; (2) Inadequate Attestation d'accueil (host certificate) verification; (3) Insufficient EUR 65/day funds; (4) Weak ties to BD; (5) Previous Schengen refusal history; (6) For Student: Campus France clearance issues.

Embassy / consulate

AddressFrance Visa Application Centre (VFS Global), Rangs Z Square Level 7, 118 Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan-2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Phone+880 2 5566 8600

Emailinfo.dacca-amba@diplomatie.gouv.fr

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceHigh

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

France visa FAQ for Bangladesh passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit France with a Bangladesh passport?

Yes — Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for France (Single entry). Apply via France-Visas via VFS Dhaka.

How much does a France visa cost for Bangladesh passport holders?

The France visa fee is USD 104 (about BDT 12,760). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a France visa?

Typical processing for a France visa is 15 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in France on this visa?

A France visa for Bangladesh passport holders typically allows a stay of Schengen C Validity: 6 months to 5 years. Max Stay: 90/180 Schengen rules.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a France visa from Bangladesh?

Apply for your France visa via France-Visas via VFS Dhaka. An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 3+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.