For some time now, the electronic visa has found many fans and makes certain administrative procedures easier. The more classic visa still exists, however. What are the advantages of the e-visa compared to the traditional visa?
The “classic” visa
It is a document which certifies that the visitor is authorized to enter a foreign country. It comes in the form of a stamp or sticker in the passport. While a visa is not required in a Eurozone country, most other foreign countries require a valid visa.
To obtain a visa, you must contact the consulate or embassy of the foreign country you want to visit in France and submit an application. After this step, you obtain the list of supporting documents to provide and how to submit your request: on site, by mail or online. This process must be undertaken early enough to be sure of obtaining the visa in time for the trip.
Since February 2019, it takes between 130,00 € And 192,00 € for a classic visa!
The electronic visa
Many countries, such as the United States, Turkey and India, have decided to turn to a program that issues electronic visas, also called "e-visas", in order to simplify the visa application process and formalities. administrative tasks that go with it without having to travel to the different representative offices or other foreign embassies.
To apply, simply go online and fill out an online form. You must then upload a color ID photo of the requested dimensions and validate the request. The electronic visa is sent to the applicant by email. All he has to do is print it.
The advantages of the e-visa
To apply for an e-visa, there is no need to go to embassies or other administrative offices. This way, travellers don't have to spend long periods in often interminable queues. You can apply yourself or use an agency that, for a few extra euros, will take care of the application, just with the passport and a few additional documents.
The e-visa application is quick. It is in fact possible to make the request only ten days before the trip. This also simplifies arrival in the foreign country where the biometric data of the e-visa is taken using the integrated chip.
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