Maldives

Applying for a visa to France in the Maldives

Visa applications submitted in the Maldives are processed by the Embassy of France in Colombo, which is the only authority empowered to make visa decisions.

The reception of applicants and the submission of visa applications are handled by VFS Global in Malé, the exclusive service provider of the Embassy of France in Sri Lanka.

Visa applications are normally processed within 15 calendar days from the date a complete and admissible application is submitted. This period may be extended, in the event of an investigation and/or a request for additional documents, for up to 60 calendar days.

Maldivian nationals, as well as third-country nationals holding a valid residence permit issued by the Maldivian authorities, are authorised to submit their visa application at the VFS centre in Malé.

What are the visa fees ?

Visa fees

Visa application fees are non-refundable, including in case of visa refusal.

Table of visa processing fees (pdf)

VFS Service Fees

The basic service fee is set in euros and collected in local currency according to the consular exchange rate set by the Embassy of France.

The service fee amounts to 95 euros per application, and is non-refundable, except if the applicant decides not to submit the application before biometric data collection.

Optional paid-for services are also available.