France is in the Schengen area. EU/EEA/Swiss nationals and visa-exempt nationalities (UK, US, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Brazil and others) can travel to Heavent Paris without a visa for short business trips of up to 90 days in any 180-day period. All other nationalities need a Schengen short-stay (Type C) visa: apply through the France-Visas portal, lodge the file at the consulate/VFS centre for your place of residence, expect EUR 90 for adults and a decision typically within 15 calendar days. Carry your Heavent registration confirmation and, where possible, an invitation letter from an exhibiting company as supporting evidence.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
Adults EUR 90; children 6-12 EUR 45; under-6 free. Apply via the France-Visas portal and lodge the file at the consulate or VFS centre covering your place of residence, with Heavent registration or an exhibitor invitation as supporting evidence. Biometrics may be required in person. Carry a valid passport, proof of accommodation and return travel; border officers may ask for the purpose of the bus
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