How to get a France visa from DR Congo

• Holders of the France tourist visa visit the country with the purpose of sightseeing, tourism and visiting friends and family.
• You are to provide a valid passport for at least three months beyond the return date.
• Proof of paid visa fee of about $60 must be provided.
• Application forms should be filled correctly and with all honesty.
• You can also fill the France Schengen Visa application form electronically and then print a hard-copy.
• Holders of this visa are not allowed to take up jobs in the country.
• Visitors are not allowed to attend one of the institutions of learning in the country with this visa.
• Minors should have their application letters signed by their parents and should also have a copy of their birth certificate.
• You cannot extend the stay of your visa after the time has elapsed.
• You are to provide an invitation letter from friends and family with their addresses and full contacts in case you will be hosted by them.
• Proof of accommodation for your period of stay should be provided.
• For business applicants, they are to submit an invitation letter from the French company they will be visiting and a detailed address accompanied by the dates of their visit.
• You are required to provide the original copies of all documents with clear double-sided photocopies at the embassy. You should not staple the documents together.
• Applicants are expected to be physically present for submission of the signed application form to the appropriate embassy in Dr congo.
• All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.
• You are expected to exit the country on or before your visa expires.

• The French business visa is issued to foreign nationals who intend to travel to France for business purposes.
• Business travelers may meet up with partners in the country for business meetings and to sign and negotiate business contracts.
• Applicants of this visa are not allowed to take up jobs in the country.
• A letter of invitation stating either the employer or partner company must state coverage of applicant’s expenses during his stay in the country should be provided.
• A certificate from your current employer approving your business travel.
• You cannot visit tourist centers during your stay in the country.
• Proof of paid visa fee of about €60.
• A letter from your employer in Dr. Congo stating that he/she is aware of your business leave is required. The duration and purpose of your visit to the country should be clearly stated.
• If you have had previous business dealings with the company, proof of this should be presented.
• Applicants of this visa are allowed for multiple entries.
• Travel insurance that covers applicants' duration of stay should be submitted.
• You are prohibited from being paid for the services you render while you are in the country.
• For private business owners, a copy of their Income Tax Return(ITR) form or certificate of income tax deducted from salary should be submitted.
• A certificate of business registration of your business partner in France is required.
• Non-Congolese should ensure they have a copy of their stay permit.
• All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.
• You are expected to exit the country on or before your visa expires.

• This visa type is for Congolese students who have been accepted by a French learning institution to study in France.
• You are expected to provide the letter of acceptance from the institution that accepted you during the visa application.
• Certificates and transcripts of the schools you previously attended are necessary during the visa application.
• Non-Congolese are expected to provide a copy of their Congolese stay permit.
• Holders of this visa are allowed to work part-time when school is in session and full-time when they are on break.
• An extension to the visa may be granted to cover the duration of the period of study in the country.
• If you are a minor traveling without your parents, a letter of consent signed by both your parents should be provided.
• You are not allowed to seek public funds while you are in the country.
• Receipt of paid visa application form is required.
• The visa costs €60.
• Proof of civil ties to your home country must be provided.
• All documents to be submitted must be original and certified copies.
• You are expected to leave the country at the end of your study.
• Proof of accommodation during your stay is required.

You cannot make any changes as regard visa type or residence status the moment a French Visa Holder arrives in the territories of France. Make sure to apply for the appropriate visa type, and/or, residence permit as an alternative.

You are allowed to apply for a new French Visa immediately and at any time after a previous French visa denial, since there is no penalty applied to the applicants whose visa is rejected previously.