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French Embassy in London (Consular section)

Important news

The Schengen Office has limited availability for applications for France for travel after 11/08/2008.

We will be updating the website as and when the situation changes.

France is a member of the Schengen Agreement. Learn more about Schengen Visa...

Address in London:

French Embassy
Consulate Section
6A Cromwell Place
London SW7 2EW [Map]

Opening Times:

9.00am-11.00am
Monday-Friday

How to apply for a visa to France?

  1. By using The Schengen Office visa service.
    We are a Private Company offering a visa courier service to various embassies in the United Kingdom. If you would like to use our service to apply for your visa give one of our Visa Consultants a call on the number below. Alternatively you can contact us by completing our simple on-line contact form and an answer will be delivered to your e-mail address.
    OR
  2. By applying in Person at the embassy of France in London.
The Schengen Office: (020) 7025 4744
Mon-Fri 12.30pm to 6.00pm

French Embassy
Visa Information Line (24h): 09065 508 940 (£1 per min.)

How to apply for French visa through The Schengen Office?

Click here for a step-by-step guide to applying for your visa through The Schengen Office

How to apply for a visa at the embassy of France in London in Person?

The French Embassy accepts visa applications by previous appointment only. To arrange for your appointment call 24 hours automated service on 09065 540 700*.

*Note: Calls are charged at premium rates 1GBP/min

People without appointments will NOT be admitted at the French Consulate.

PLEASE CHECK WHICH DATES ARE AVAILABLE WITH THE APPOINTMENT BOOKING SERVICE BEFORE CONFIRMING ANY TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS.

Useful Links
France Factbook
CIA The World Factbook for France
France travel guide
Lonely Planet World Guide Destination France
France country profile
BBC News Country profile - France