France Visa Applications at TLScontact United States Chicago
Everything you need to apply for a France Schengen visa from Chicago, United States — address, opening hours, fees in USD, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
TLScontact United States Chicago
Expansive Superior Office 100B, 1st floor, 405 West Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Chicago
United States
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
France visa fees in USD.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the France consulate, and the TLScontact service charge for handling your appointment.
$ — USD
ISO USDAll fees on this page are quoted in USD. Embassy fees are converted from euro at the consulate's daily rate.
Schengen Visa Fee
EU-harmonised fee paid to the France consulate. Same in every Schengen country.
Adult (12 and above) $106.00
The standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for most applicants aged 12 or older.
Adult — reduced rate (visa-facilitation countries, 12+) $41.00
Reduced fee for short-stay Schengen visa applications by nationals of the countries listed below, under EU visa-facilitation agreements. Children of these nationals (aged 6–11 and under 6) apply free of the visa fee.
Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Ukraine
Child (6 to 11) $53.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 11 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
Cape Verde — Adult (18+) $71.00
Reduced rate for adult nationals of Cape Verde.
Cape Verde — Child (12 to 17) $35.00
Reduced rate for nationals of Cape Verde aged 12 to 17.
Cape Verde — Child (under 12) Free
Cape Verde children under 12 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
Who is exempt from the Schengen visa fee?
Four categories of applicants pay nothing or a reduced amount. Bring documentary proof of the qualifying status to your appointment.
Children under 6 years
Visa fee and operator service charge both waived. Age taken at the date of application.
EU citizen family members
Under Directive 2004/38/EC. Spouse, dependent children or dependent parents of an EU/EEA citizen.
Students & researchers
Some country and programme rules apply. Proof of enrolment or research-host invitation required.
Youth (≤ 25) at non-profit events
Seminars, conferences, sports tournaments and similar non-commercial events.
Bring proof at your appointment: passport (age), marriage certificate (EU family), enrolment letter (students), or event invitation (youth).
- Children under 6 years old (all nationalities) — also exempt from the BLS service fee for short-term visas
- Children of nationals from Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine, applying as visa-facilitation nationals
- Cape Verde children under 12
- Pupils, students and accompanying teachers on a school trip
- Researchers travelling to perform scientific research
- Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 or under attending seminars, conferences, sporting, cultural or educational events
Consulate: Embassy of France in Washington DC; Consulates General in NYC, LA, SF, Chicago, Boston, Houston, Miami, Atlanta. Tourist visa fees & service fee — Short Stay (less than 90 days): EUR 90 / 108; Short Stay children 6-11: EUR 45 / 54; Short Stay children 0-5: EUR 0 / 0; Long Stay (more than 90 days): EUR 99 / 118; French Overseas Departments and Regions (DROM): EUR 60 / 72; French Overseas Territories (TOM): EUR 9 / 11; Visa Facilitation: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia*, Georgia*, North Macedonia*, Moldova*, Montenegro*, Ukraine*: EUR 35 / 42; Transit visa: EUR 90 / 108; Long stay student visa with Campus France certificate: EUR 50 / 60; Long stay student visa without Campus France certificate: EUR 99 / 118; Long stay minor adopted: EUR 15 / 18. Service fee: Mandatory service fee published per booking USD Visa fees fixed in EUR; payable in USD.. Additional services: Premium Lounge (115.00 USD) — Same as Washington (typical pattern across US centres); Prime Time Appointment (80.00 USD) — Outside standard hours. Midwest centre. Courier return only. Source: https://visas-fr.tlscontact.com/en-us/country/us/vac/usCHI2fr (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a France visa at TLScontact United States Chicago?
TLScontact United States Chicago is located at Expansive Superior Office 100B, 1st floor, 405 West Superior Street, Chicago, IL 60654, Chicago. France visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the France counter opening hours at TLScontact United States Chicago?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 08:30–15:30 (Standard appointment); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 07:30–08:30 (Prime Time appointment).
How do I contact the France counter at TLScontact United States Chicago?
You can reach the France counter at TLScontact United States Chicago by phone +13056025861.
How do I book a France visa appointment at TLScontact United States Chicago?
Start your France visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at TLScontact United States Chicago as part of the process.
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TLScontact United States Chicago handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.