Scientist Visa

Scientists going for research for more than 90 days can apply for a long stay visa.

Mandatory Documents:

1. 1. Original passport valid for entire duration of stay in France (passports issued more than ten years ago are no longer accepted)*
2. One long stay visa application form with all columns filled in and 2 recent photograhs in the size of 3.5 cms x 4.5 cms with white / light background.*
3. Covering letter in original is advisable
4. Protocol d'accueil in original
5. Copy of air ticket or PNR (booking printout)

The documents must be arranged in the order given above.

*Scientists going for less than 90 days can apply for a short stay visa. The visa fee applicable would be 60 euros. Kindly fill in a short stay visa application form along with documents listed above. In addition copy of overseas medical insurance policy + repatriation, evacuation cover (equivalent to 30000 euros) must also be submitted.

Important!

• The departure date must be mentioned on the visa application form.
• All photocopies must be in A4 size paper.
• No visa fee is payable by scientists invited by CERN and other specified organisations.
• Dependants must apply along with the principal applicant. Procedure and documents remain the same. Copies of Marriage Certificate / Birth Certificate may be attached to the application.

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