1. A valid passport;
2. If available, copies of previous Schengen visas for the last 3 years;
3. Application form;
4. 2 recent 3.5 cm by 4.5 cm photographs on a white background;
5. Hotel reservation for the entire period of stay (if the educational institution does not provide accommodation);
6. If requested, round-trip airfare reservation;
7. If available, a letter of employment on company letterhead stating position, salary, and dates of employment. Owners of their own business should provide a certificate of registration of IE or LLP, a certificate of absence of tax arrears;
8. For students: a certificate from an educational institution;
9. Proof of a minimum monthly income of 615 euros: a scholarship certificate or a bank statement showing a deposit in a French bank account;
10. A bank statement for the last 3-6 months;
11. If available, copies of personal documents: marriage/divorce certificate, birth certificate of minor children;
12. Medical insurance with COVID-19 coverage;
13. If the trip is paid for by a sponsor or scholarship, a notarized letter of sponsorship, documents confirming the existence of a scholarship should be provided;
14. Confirmation of admission/notification of enrollment issued by the university;
15. Certificate of no criminal record.

1. Birth Certificate;
2. Proof of identity and legal capacity of the representative. It is necessary to submit copies of parents' passports and documents confirming relationship. The originals will be presented at the time of application;
3. Power of attorney for legal representatives. The original and a copy of the notarized certificate of the parents or legal guardians authorizing the minor’s movement in France and designating the person who will take care of the minor in France.

Current conditions for obtaining a visa for Russian students.