France Visa Applications at VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh
Everything you need to apply for a France Schengen visa from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — address, opening hours, fees in SAR, and how to prepare your file before the appointment.
VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh
Ground Floor, 2591 Al Hada District, Beside Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
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.
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
No weekend submissions. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your appointment slot.
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Collection only after VFS Global receives your processed visa back from the France consulate.
France visa fees in SAR.
Two fees: the embassy fee paid to the France consulate, and the VFS Global service charge for handling your appointment.
SAR — SAR
ISO SARAll fees on this page are quoted in SAR. 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.
Tourist (adult) SAR 396.00
Standard short-stay Schengen visa fee for adult applicants.
Adult — reduced rate (visa-facilitation countries) or child 6–11 SAR 152.00
Reduced fee for nationals of visa-facilitation countries listed below, and for children aged 6 to 11.
Applies to: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Cape Verde, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine
Child (6 to 12) SAR 198.00
Reduced rate for children aged 6 to 12 years.
Child (under 6) Free
Children under 6 are exempt from both the visa fee and the BLS service charge.
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 (visa fee and BLS service charge both waived)
VAC fee: Refer to one-pager. Source: https://visa.vfsglobal.com/sau/en/fra/attend-centre (captured 2026-05-09).
Common questions, answered.
Where do I apply for a France visa at VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh?
VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh is located at Ground Floor, 2591 Al Hada District, Beside Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Riyadh. France visa applications are processed at this address.
What are the France counter opening hours at VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh?
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 09:00–15:00 (Business hours); Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 09:00–15:00 (Submissions); Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 09:00–17:00 (Passport Collection).
How do I book a France visa appointment at VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh?
Start your France visa application on Schengen Visa Pro and we will book your appointment at VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh as part of the process.
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Ready to apply for your France visa?
VFS Saudi Arabia Riyadh handles your appointment. We handle the application — Type C form, cover letter, document validation, specialist review. About 20 minutes from start to download.