
The government’s France-Visas online platform, where visa applicants submit visa application forms prior to their in-person application appointment, is offline through May 30, 2023, due to system maintenance to improve the platform’s functionality. Therefore, processing delays for all visa applications can be expected until the system is restored. Some connectivity issues can also be expected for the next few days after the portal reopens, due to the increased volume of applicants using the system. Applicants with visa filing appointments on May 29-30, 2023, who did not submit visa application forms prior to the system shutdown may need to reschedule their appointment and should contact their immigration professional for case-specific advice. Fragomen is actively monitoring the platform and contacting affected clients.
Fragomen in France is Fragomen France AARPI., operating as an immigration consultancy/law firm in France. This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions or require assistance with the extension declaration, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or email [email protected].
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