Contrasting landscapes, traditions galore, a variety of dialects. 40,000 monuments including 10,000 châteaux, abbeys and manor houses, 6,000 museums and 1,000 festivals: in France it is diversity that holds sway and the great wealth of its heritage provides remarkable evidence of this. From museums filled with major works of art to historic monuments emblematic of France's history, from historic routes to interactive centers using the latest multimedia technology - a host of adventures to tell you about France.

Procedures for Visa:

Please be advised that since November 15, 2002, as per new regulations, the processing and issuance of Schengen visas (transit and short stay, up to 90 days) will take a minimum of 10 working days from the date of application at the Visa Section of the French Embassy.

Long stay visas for more than 90 days are not classified as Schengen visas and are, therefore, not subjected to these new regulations.

Schengen visas:

Short stay visas issued by the French Embassy are SCHENGEN visas valid for the fifteen countries that signed the Treaty bearing the same name.

Depending on your main destination (purpose of journey and/or length of stay) you may apply for a Schengen visa in the Philippines