Bank balance required for France Schengen visa from Pakistan in 2026

LAHORE – Pakistani citizens planning a short-term tourist visit to France on a Schengen visa must carefully prepare and submit their financial statements, as these documents play a crucial role in visa approval. The applicants are required to apply for the tourist visa at the French embassy in Islamabad. The Embassy is authorised to take final decisions about issuance of visas after reviewing all supporting documents, including bank statement. Applicants planning a short-stay trip to France should submit their visa applications well in advance of their departure date, as it typically takes 15 to 20 days to process a short-stay visa following the embassy interview. Documents Required for a France Visit Visa Valid Passport: A travel document valid for the duration of your stay. Trip Details: Confirmation of an organized trip or any document outlining your planned itinerary. Return Travel: Proof of return ticket or complete travel itinerary. Proof of Professional Status: Employment contract, work certificate specifying duration, dates, and purpose of the trip, or tax returns for the past two years. Any document demonstrating personal ties to your country of residence is also acceptable. Financial Proof: Bank statements from the last six months, salary slips for the last three months, or pension certificate. Accommodation Proof: Hotel reservation, lease agreement, or invitation from a private host. Travel Health Insurance: Certificate valid for all Schengen countries. Approved insurance providers can be found at https://pk.ambafrance.org/Nouvel-article. Minium Bank Balance for France Visa The applicant is required to submit an evidence to prove that he/she has sufficient funds to finance the trip. There is no set minimum balance, but French authorities generally expect travelers to have around €120 per day if staying in a hotel, or between €65 and €110 per day if using pre-booked accommodation or staying with a host. It means you must have amount equivalent to 10,800 eu