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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