Visa application

Welcome to France

A Special Welcome to all International Participants from around the globe to France and the QUEST-IS 2025 conference.

International participants should pay close attention to visa requirements and arrange conference registration and travel plans well in advance for QUEST-IS 2025. The application for a visa can be a lengthy process, and we strongly recommend starting your application process early—at least 90 to 120 days prior to traveling to the conference.

Traveling to France

To attend a conference in France, you will need a valid passport and may require a short-stay visa (Visa de court séjour) if you are not from a visa-exempt country. A short-stay visa allows you to visit France for up to 90 days for purposes such as attending a conference. Check if you need a visa to travel to France based on your nationality.

Visa Letter instructions

To streamline and expedite the visa letter process, please follow these steps:

Register for QUEST-IS 2025 and pay the registration fee in full.
Once you have completed your registration and paid in full, please contact us at congres@see.asso.fr with the preliminary informations we need to establish your Visa Letter (First Name, Last Name, Email, Nationality, Country, Date of birth, place of birth) or by using the form below.
Apply for a French visa as soon as QUEST-IS 2025 registration opens in order to obtain your confirmation letter. Don’t wait until your paper, poster, or proposal is accepted.

Applying for a French Visa

If you need a visa to enter France, you will typically require a short-stay visa (Visa de court séjour). Visa processing times can vary, generally ranging depending on your nationality and the specific French consulate.

Important Note:

Contact the French Consulate: For detailed information on visa applications, please consult the website of the French consulate in your home country.
Gather Necessary Documents: When applying for your visa, you may need to provide documents such as:
- A valid passport
- Proof of accommodation
- Travel itinerary
- Invitation letter from QUEST-IS 2025