Airport Transit Visa (Type A)

The France Type A Airport Transit Visa (ATV) lets nationals of specific countries transit a French airport's international zone without entering Schengen territory. Required for around 35 nationalities deemed higher irregular-migration risk, it covers layovers while awaiting a connecting flight abroad.

Transit is confined to the international zone; holders may not exit into France even during long layovers. Valid for a single transit of up to 24 hours, not renewable, with no PR pathway or work authorisation. Standard fee is €90 (€45 reduced for children 6–12); processing typically takes 5–15 days.

This visa is ideal for travellers from ATV-required countries making a connecting flight through a French airport en route to a non-Schengen destination.