France Visa Applications at VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi
Everything you need to apply for a France Schengen visa from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates — address, opening hours, fees in AED, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi
VFS Dedicated Center for France, Level B2 (Lower Ground), The Mall, World Trade Centre, Khalifa Bin Zayed The 1st Street, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
Phone & email specific to France visa enquiries
No direct phone or email listed for France enquiries at this centre. Use the operator's general booking portal.
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.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Collection only after VFS Global receives your processed visa back from the France consulate.
France visa fees in AED.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the France consulate, and the VFS Global service charge for handling your appointment.
AED — AED
ISO AEDAll fees on this page are quoted in AED. 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 — other nationals AED 388.00
Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult applicants who are not in the listed special-tier groups.
Adult — facilitation states AED 151.00
Reduced fee for nationals of countries with a visa-facilitation agreement with the EU.
Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine
Adult — Gambian nationals AED 321.00
Adjusted rate for Gambian nationals (incl. VAT).
Applies to: Gambia
Cape Verde — adult AED 259.00
Reduced rate for Cape Verde nationals.
Applies to: Cape Verde
Cape Verde — children 12 to 18 AED 129.00
Reduced rate for Cape Verde children aged 12 to 18.
Applies to: Cape Verde
Child (6 to 12) AED 194.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from the Schengen visa fee.
Spouses and relatives of EU citizens Free
No visa fee for spouses and direct relatives of EU citizens.
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
- Spouses and direct relatives of EU citizens
VAC fee: Refer to one-pager. Source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/are/en/fra/attend-centre (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a France visa at VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi?
VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi is located at VFS Dedicated Center for France, Level B2 (Lower Ground), The Mall, World Trade Centre, Khalifa Bin Zayed The 1st Street, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Abu Dhabi. France visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the France counter opening hours at VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi?
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00–17:00 (Business hours); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00–16:00 (Submissions); Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 09:00–17:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I book a France visa appointment at VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi?
Start your France visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi as part of the process.
Ready to apply for your France visa?
VFS United Arab Emirates Abu Dhabi handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.