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Visa Issuance Policies in France: what actually matters to know

Short answer
French visas are now primarily issued for single entry or strictly limited to the duration of the confirmed trip. Applicants should request the exact number of days needed and book separate appointments for each planned journey.

From real experience

French visa issuance has changed. Previously, multi-entry visas were commonly granted even for short stays.
Now, visa duration is often limited to the requested travel dates, sometimes even shorter than requested. For example, a request for 30 days might result in a 45-day or shorter visa. Holders of long-term (5-year) visas are now receiving single-entry visas for 30-45 days. It is recommended to apply for the exact number of days needed for the trip.
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Private visit visas (Attestation d’accueil) for non-relatives usually result in short-term single or limited-entry visas (approx.
40 days). Long-term multi-entry visas are primarily reserved for family members of EU citizens. Applicants should provide a clear travel itinerary, sponsor documents, and proof of ties to the home country.
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French tourist visas are currently issued primarily for single entry or strictly within the dates of the first confirmed trip.
For multiple trips, applicants are advised to book separate appointment slots for each journey. The approximate cost for a self-managed visa application is 15,000 RUB.
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The reduction in visa slots for France might be due to increased demand and the discontinuation of multi-entry visas.
Previously, individuals who received year-long visas and traveled twice might now need to apply twice, increasing the number of applications and thus perceived scarcity of slots.
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When applying for a Schengen visa (specifically to France), applicants may receive a visa for a longer duration than initially requested.
Example: a 14-day request resulted in a 20-day visa for both the applicant and their student child, even when applying at different times.
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