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Pakistan passport holders: Single entry for French Guiana. Fee: EUR 60 (~USD 69.78). Processing: 15-30 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Overseas department of France but NOT Schengen. Separate French Guiana visa required even for Schengen visa holders. EUR 60 short-stay. Apply via French Embassy / VFS Islamabad. Yellow Fever MANDATORY.
Visa types: French Overseas Department — NOT in Schengen area. Separate French Overseas visa (DROM-COM) for Pakistanis. Tourist; Business; Family Visit; Student; Work; Long-stay. Schengen C visa NOT valid for French Guiana.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 90 days.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (3+ months beyond stay); Visa application specifying French Guiana (DROM-COM); Recent photo (35x45mm); Travel medical insurance (EUR 30,000+); Flight booking; Hotel reservation OR invitation; Bank statement (EUR 65/day proof); Yellow Fever vaccination (MANDATORY); CNIC; Employment letter; Travel insurance.
Visa types (1)
Overseas department of France but NOT Schengen. Separate French Guiana visa required even for Schengen visa holders. EUR 60 short-stay. Apply via French Embassy / VFS Islamabad. Yellow Fever MANDATORY.
Common rejection reasons
Common PK rejections: (1) Schengen visa assumption — French Guiana requires separate DROM-COM endorsement; (2) Yellow Fever cert missing; (3) Weak ties to Pakistan; (4) Suspicion of using French Guiana as gateway to mainland France/EU; (5) Solo male applicants face extra scrutiny.
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