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Diplomatic and Official Visa (Diplomatic/Temporary)
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FranceFrance•Europe
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Diplomatic and Official Visa (Diplomatic/Temporary)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 week – 2 months

Estimated Cost

Free

Stay Duration

Determined by the official mission/assignment duration

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in France

Cost of Living
4% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€31,000
Quality of Life
173/200
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Overview

This visa is for holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports traveling for official government or international organization duties.

France's Diplomatic and Official Visa is issued to holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports traveling for government or international organization duties. It is processed through diplomatic channels and is exempt from all visa fees.

Stay duration matches the official mission. The visa is renewable for the duration of the assignment. Dependents holding diplomatic/official passports may be included. Spouses have restricted work authorization tied to the mission. Dual intent and a pathway to permanent residency are not available.

This visa is ideal for government officials and international organization representatives posted to France on a formal diplomatic or official mission.

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must hold a diplomatic, official, or service passport

Traveling for official government or international organization business

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Official passport

Note verbale (official letter from the sending government/organization)

Completed visa application form

Passport-sized photos

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Exempt from visa and service fees
  • Streamlined processing via diplomatic channels

Worth Knowing

  • Governed by diplomatic status and immunity
  • Does not lead to permanent residency
  • Lack of official diplomatic or service passport
  • Absence of a Note Verbale

Application Process

1

Complete the online application at France-Visas.

2

Submit the application directly to the French Embassy or Consulate.

3

Provide the required Note Verbale.

Application Forms

Go to application portal
France-Visas Portal
Online Visa Application Portal for France
Fill online

Verified Claims (21)

Last verified May 31, 2026
Application Steps
Complete the online application at France-Visas.; Submit the application directly to the French Emba…
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Dependent Visa
Generally eligible if they hold diplomatic/official passports and are recognized as dependents under…
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Fee Breakdown
Visa Fee: 0 EUR
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Fees
Free of charge
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Forms
France-Visas Portal
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Online Visa Application Portal for France
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Job Offer Required
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Application Portal
https://france-visas.gouv.fr/
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France flag

Living in France

Cost of Living
4% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€31,000
Quality of Life
173/200
Full Country Guide

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