Schengen Short-Stay Medical Visa (Type C)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 15 calendar days
- Fee
- EUR 90
- Validity
- Duration of medical treatment (up to 90 days)
- Entry
- Single entry
For non-EU nationals traveling to France for medical consultation, treatment, or surgery that does not exceed 90 days. Costs of medical care are NOT covered by French health insurance. Applicant must sign an affidavit committing to pay all medical fees. A certificate from the national medical authority stating the treatment is unavailable in the home country may be required.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Nationals of Annex I countries requiring medical treatment in France for up to 90 days
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Health
Must have a medical condition requiring treatment at a specific French medical facility, supported by medical documentation
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Financial
Must demonstrate ability to cover all medical costs and living expenses during stay
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 3
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: 35x45mm, white background, ICAO compliant
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements, affidavit to pay medical fees, insurance coverage letter; Minimum amount: Sufficient to cover all medical fees plus living expenses
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Schengen Area; Minimum coverage: EUR 30,000
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking, hospital accommodation confirmation, host attestation; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Certificate from national medical authority confirming treatment unavailability in home country; written agreement from French hospital/doctor describing illness and treatment estimate; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Cerfa no. 14076*02; Form url: https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/visa-wizard
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Cash, card; Amount: EUR 90
How to apply
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Online application
Complete application at France-Visas indicating medical treatment as purpose.
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Document gathering
Obtain medical certificate, hospital agreement letter, cost estimate, and affidavit to pay fees.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at French consulate or visa center.
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Document submission
Submit complete application with all medical and financial documentation.
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Fee payment
Pay EUR 90 visa fee.
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Processing wait
Standard processing of 15 calendar days.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with visa.