FRANCE (SCHENGEN VISA)
FROM 29 MAY 2013 ALL APPLICANTS OVER THE AGE OF 12 MUST APPEAR IN PERSON
FOR BIOMETRIC DATA COLLECTION (FINGER PRINTING AND DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHS).
MASS VISAS CAN ASSIST WITH A MEET AND GREET SERVICE
NEW - BIOMETRIC EXEMPTION
If you have already obtained a previous Schengen visa and your biometric data (i.e. digital photograph
and fingerprints) was previously collected, you can be exempted from giving your biometric data again on
condition that:

You have a copy of your previous Schengen visa, on which the remark VIS appears on it.

Your biometric data was collected within the last 5 years (to be more precise within the past 59
months).
If the above conditions apply to you, then you do not need to appear in person in order to submit your
application for a new visa. A third party may submit your application on your behalf, which must
obligatorily be accompanied by the letter of proxy carefully completed and signed by yourself. Your
attention is especially drawn to the fact that your application will be refused if the conditions detailed
above are not met. The French Consulate reserves the right to request a new biometric data collection if
the biometric data collected in the previous application is not re-usable.
BIOMETRIC DATA IS VALID FOR 5 YEARS AT A TIME.
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
FRANCE - TOURISM - SHORT STAY
For all persons travelling to France for Tourism purposes on trips equal to or less than 90 days.
For everyone, please provide:
� Passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months after the date of return from your trip and not older than 10 years. At least
2 valid blank pages (marked VISA). South African Temporary passports will not be accepted. For non S.A
passport, copy of valid S.A permit (permit must be valid for at least 3 months after the date of return from
your trip). Copy of previous Schengen visas in last 3 years if in previous passports.
� Schengen Application Form
All fields required properly filled out (online form recommended for data capture, do not forget to print it).
Form must absolutely be signed by applicant. In case of minors form must be signed by the 2 parents.
Please note there are 4 signature places on the application form :
Question 37 must be signed by all applicants (not just for minors)
The two declarations under question 37 starting with “I am aware” and “applicable to” must both be signed
The declaration at the end of the form must be signed
� Color ID Photos
2 Color ID photos as required by Schengen Standards. Photos can be taken at Capago offices (Cape Town
and Johannesburg only). See below for specifications.
� Proof of Payment
Proof of payment of visa & service fees: EFT or receipt of cash deposit at FNB branch. See conditions on
website. If paying by credit or debit card at our premises, proof of payment will be obtained in-home. Please
note that Capago does not accept cash anymore.
� Travel Insurance *
1 page travel insurance policy certificate to be provided, which shows: name of insured person; policy
number; amount of cover which should be for at least €30,000; duration of cover which should be for at least
1 month ; the insurance should cover the entire Schengen territory, therefore the term Schengen should
appear on the policy certificate.
� Proof of accommodation
All hotel/apartment rental/lodge/chalet/château confirmed bookings for the entire period that the person will
be in the Schengen area must be provided. The name of the applicant must appear on the accommodation
bookings. If applicant will visit French citizen or Temporary resident in France then the original attestation
d'accueil and a copy must be provided (see website for specifications). If applicant owns a home/property in
France or if applicant is invited by a non French citizen who owns home/property in France then the title
deeds of that property and a letter of invitation must be provided.
� Proof of transport
All confirmed flight booking from South Africa to France must be provided. All entry & exit tickets into & out of
France must also be provided. Name of applicant must appear on all proof of transport. If applicant is being
picked up by EU resident abroad copy of driver's licence of person picking up, car registration details and
letter to that effect must be provided.
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
FOR ADULTS ONLY, PLEASE ADD:
� Proof of funds
Latest 3 months personal bank statements or latest 3 months credit card statements showing the amount
available in the account or latest 3 months bank statements of sponsor and letter from sponsor attesting to
the fact that they will sponsor the University/College student on their trip abroad. Name of the applicant must
appear on the bank statement. If the bank statements are in the name of a company or a trust, then the
applicant must provide company registration documents or trust documents showing that they are a member
of the company or the trust. Please note that all bank statements in Afrikaans must be accompanied by a
signed and stamped visa letter from the bank on bank letterhead, in English, confirming the account holder
has enough funds to travel.
� Proof of employment (if applicable)
Signed confirmation of employment letter on company letterhead showing that the applicant is currently
employed by the company. If an applicant owns their own company then they must provide the company
registration documents CC or CK documents on which applicant's name appears. If the applicant operates
as a sole trader then they must provide a written affidavit declaration to this effect. If you are retired, thank
you to provide a copy of your retirement card (SASSA card) or a document related to your pension fund or a
certificate (excluding affidavit) indicating your status as a retiree.
FOR MINORS, PLEASE ADD:
� Unabridged Birth Certificate
Applicants must provide a copy and the original. It must show names of both parents and name of child.
� Letter from School / University / College
A signed & stamped letter on letterhead declaring that applicant is still a pupil/student currently registered at
the School/University/College.
�Parental Consent Letter (if child is travelling alone or with one parent)
Letter must be signed by both parents and also signed and stamped by a Commissioner of Oaths/SAPS,
giving permission for the child to travel to France. ID copies of both parents must be provided as well. If only
1 parent is travelling with child, the parent who is not travelling must provide a signed and commissioned
letter giving permission to the other parent to travel with the child. Also provide latest 3 months bank
statements of 1 parent and employment letter of 1 parent if child is travelling alone/ without own parent(s).
FOR UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE STUDENTS, PLEASE ADD:
� Proof of funds
Latest 3 months personal bank statements or latest 3 months credit card statements showing the amount
available in the account or latest 3 months bank statements of sponsor and letter from sponsor attesting to
the fact that they will sponsor the University/College student on their trip abroad. Name of the applicant must
appear on the bank statement. If the bank statements are in the name of a company or a trust, then the
applicant must provide company registration documents or trust documents showing that they are a member
of the company or the trust. Please note that all bank statements in Afrikaans must be accompanied by a
signed and stamped visa letter from the bank on bank letterhead, in English, confirming the account holder
has enough funds to travel.
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
� Letter from School / University / College
A signed & stamped letter on letterhead declaring that applicant is still a pupil/student currently registered at
the School/University/College.
FRANCE - BUSINESS - SHORT STAY VISA
This checklist applies to all persons travelling to France for Business purposes on trips equal to or less
than 90 days.
For all Business visa cases please provide:
� Passport
Must be valid for at least 3 months after the date of submission of documents at CAPAGO and not older than
10 years. At least 2 valid blank pages (marked VISA). For non S.A passport, copy of valid S.A permit (permit
must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of date of submission of documents at CAPAGO). Copy of
previous Schengen visas in last 3 years if in previous passports.
� Schengen Application Form *
All fields required properly filled out (online form recommended for data capture, do not forget to print it).
Form must absolutely be signed by applicant.
Please note there are 4 signature places on the application form :
Question 37 must be signed by all applicants (not just for minors)
The two declarations under question 37 starting with “I am aware” and “applicable to” must both be
signed
The declaration at the end of the form must be signed
� Color ID Photos
2 Color ID photos as required by Schengen Standards. Photos can be taken at Capago offices (Cape Town
and Johannesburg only). See below for specifications.
� Proof of Payment
Proof of payment of visa & service fees: EFT or receipt of cash deposit at FNB branch. See conditions on
website. If paying by credit or debit card at our premises, proof of payment will be obtained in-home. Please
note that Capago does not accept cash anymore.
�Travel Insurance
1 page travel insurance policy certificate to be provided, which shows: name of insured person; policy
number; amount of cover which should be for at least €30,000; duration of cover which should be for the
entire holiday period whilst traveller will be overseas; the insurance should cover the entire Schengen
territory, therefore the term Schengen should appear on the policy certificate.
� Proof of sufficient funds
Latest 3 months bank statements or latest 3 months credit card statements showing the amount available in
the account. Name of the applicant must appear on the bank statement. If the bank statements are in the
name of a company or a trust, then the applicant must provide company registration documents or trust
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
documents showing that they are a member of the company or the trust. Please note that all bank
statements in Afrikaans must be accompanied by a signed and stamped visa letter from the bank on bank
letterhead, in English, confirming the account holder has enough funds to travel.
� Proof of employment
Signed confirmation of employment letter on company letterhead showing that the applicant is currently
employed by the company. If an applicant owns their own company then they must provide the company
registration documents CC or CK documents on which applicant's name appears. If the applicant operates
as a sole trader then they must provide a written affidavit declaration to this effect. If you are retired, thank
you to provide a copy of your retirement card (SASSA card) or a document related to your pension fund or a
certificate (excluding affidavit) indicating your status as a retiree.
� Proof of professional invitation
Signed professional invitation letter confirmation on inviting company's letterhead showing that the applicant
is being invited to business meetings in France. Dates, locations of all meetings should be stated on the
letter. If travelling for conference etc. proof of registration for the conference/exhibition should be provided
featuring the name of the applicant.
� Proof of accommodation
All hotel/apartment rental/lodge/chalet/château confirmed bookings for the entire period that the person will
be in the Schengen area must be provided. The name of the applicant must appear on the accommodation
bookings. If applicant will visit French citizen or Temporary resident in France then the original attestation
d'accueil and a copy must be provided (see website for specifications). If applicant owns a home/property in
France or if applicant is invited by a non French citizen who owns home/property in France then the title
deeds of that property and a letter of invitation must be provided.
� Proof of transport
All confirmed flight booking from South Africa to France must be provided. All entry & exit tickets into & out of
France must also be provided. Name of applicant must appear on all proof of transport. If applicant is being
picked up by EU resident abroad copy of driver's licence of person picking up, car registration details and
letter to that effect must be provided.
FOR SCIENTISTS, RESEARCHERS OR EMPLOYEES OF INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS THAT
HAVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE FRENCH GOVERNMENT, PLEASE ADD:
� Convention d'Accueil
Official document from Organisation/Institution/University featuring the official seal of
Organisation/Institution/University and welcoming and acknowledging applicant's mission at
Organisation/Institution/University in France.
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
PHOTO SPECIFICATIONS
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2 colour photos must be submitted.
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The photos must be less than six month old.
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The photos must be of a 3.5 cm X 4.5 cm size.
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The size of the head in the picture, measured from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin
should be approximately 3 cm. That is, the face should make about 80% of the total photo area.

If possible, the ears should be exposed.
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Photos must be in colour showing natural skin tones.
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The background must be either white or a very light colour. Anything else is not acceptable.

Glasses or other eyewear of any kind that affects the appearance of the person is not allowed. To be
on the safe side, it is best to remove your glasses before having your photo taken even if you
normally wear them.

Face masks and veils, even if traditional are not permitted.

The photos should not have any flash reflection on the skin.

Their eyes should not appear red in colour as often happens with flash photography.

Hair must not obscure, even partly, a clear view of the person’s eyes.
PROCESSING TIME

7-10 working days from appointment date.
Please see next page for third party Proxy allowing Mass Visas to apply for you if
you have had biometrics taken.
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
PROXY FORM FOR
Intermediary or 3rd Party
Date : …../……/2014
CAPAGO VISA APPLICATION CENTER
PERMANENT
V1.0
Full name of applicant: ..............................................................................................................
Visa number of the last Schengen visa obtained: ..............................................
Telephone number of the applicant (details of parent or guardian are
required for minors) :.....................................................................................................
Full name of the intermediary or 3rd party: .........................................................
Telephone number of the intermediary or 3rd party: .........................................................
I, the undersigned Mr / Ms / Mrs
[name]…………………………………………………………….., holder of passport number
..............................................................., the principal applicant in this
matter, hereby grant power of attorney to Mr / Ms / Mrs [name]
................................................................................................., holder of identity card number
………………………………………………………. to act as the authorized agent in this matter.
The authorized agent has my full authority to perform all the
required procedures to submit my application for a Schengen visa at
the Capago Visa Application Centre. To this end, this person has the
authority to sign for me and in my name, all forms and any other
documentation which require my signature with the exception of the
Schengen Visa application form, a mandatory document. This person
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
also has the authority to request any documentation on my behalf
which may be necessary in the visa application process.
I am equally aware that the French Consulate may solicit my
presence in order for me to have my biometric data captured in the
event that my previous biometric data cannot be used for this current
application.
This proxy form is only valid for this current application and will expire
upon the withdrawal of my passport at completion of this current Schengen
visa application.
Place……….…………………………..
Signature of passport holder
Date……………………….......
Signature of intermediary or 3rd party
(signature of parent or guardian for minors)
CONVOCATION OF THE APPLICANT FOR THE CAPTURE OF BIOMETRIC DATA AS
PER REQUEST BY THE FRENCH CONSULATE.
Physical appearance of the applicant for re-capture of biometric data
at the request of the Consular authorities.
Date and initials of Consular agent:
(A Capago record file will be created in order to follow up if requested by the French
Consulate when received a copy of this proxy form at Capago Visa Application Centre).
Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.
Letter of Authorization for
passport collection
: • .\
Attention: Capago South Africa
Dear Madam /Si r,
We, the undersigned, hereby authorize Mr./Mrs. ..........................................................,
ID # ................................................ to collect our passport from Capago South Africa on our
behalf.
Applicant's Name
ID or Passport Number
Applicant signature
DOCUMENTS TO ACCOMPANY THIS LETTER
·Invoice
• Copy of applicants' l.D Books or Driver License
• Copy of collectors' I.D Books or Driver License
NB: NO PASSPORT CAN BE RETRIEVED WITHOUT THIS MANDATORY DOCUMENT.
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Please note : Mass Visas are not obliged to obtain visas or any documentation related thereto on behalf of the applicant or any
company representative. The service offered by Mass Visas is purely that of a visa courier service. Any discrepancies should be
directed to the High Commission, Consulate or Embassy concerned.
All visa and courier fees are the responsibility of the applicant or company representative irrespective of the outcome of the visa
application. Any fees charged are non-refundable. Application fees are paid in advance.
Service/Courier fee charges are payable regardless of the outcome of the application once the application has been collected from the
said offices.
IMPORTANT : The onus is on the applicant to read and check the details on the visa : Country of validity, number of entries, passport
number, period of validity, duration of stay, name and surname.