The Embassy of France in Colombia He reported that will reactivate the work-holiday program Starting February 15, 2022, there will be appointments from that date.
This is a type of visa that is aimed at young people between 18 and 30 years old. It gives them the opportunity to visit France for a year with the possibility of working there to supplement financial resources during their stay.
This will allow young people to get to know the French culture and way of life, for which the purpose is essentially tourist.
As indicated by the Embassy of France in Colombia, there is a maximum number of 400 beneficiaries by year.
To those who get this visa a sticker will be placed on the passport. This exempts the application for a residence title and is valid as a work permit during that time, according to the Embassy.
The term for obtaining the document is between 10 and 21 calendar days. You will be able to come and go between French territory and Colombian territory an unlimited number of times during your stay.
(We advise you: The US Embassy is not canceling appointments for nonimmigrant visas.)
Please note that this type of visa it is not renewable There is no possibility of extension.
General conditions
• Have as main intention to spend a holiday in France.
• Not have previously been a beneficiary of the program.
• Be between 18 and 30 years of age on the date of visa application.
• Not being accompanied by people in charge.
• Be the holder of a valid passport.
• Have, at a minimum, financial resources of 2,500 euros (almost 11,400,000 pesos).
• Have a return transport ticket.
• Submit a medical certificate that guarantees your good health.
• Not have a criminal record.
• Have insurance that covers all risks related to illness, maternity, disability, hospitalization and repatriation.
(Also read: Colombian passport: prices for the process for 2022).
How to apply for the visa?
1. You must fill out the online form that will be available at the France-visas website
2. Schedule an appointment on that same website.
3. On the day of the appointment, you must go in person to the French Embassy in Colombia at the visa service with the required documents.
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To obtain the work-holiday visa it is not necessary to comply with a language requirement. Yes, you will be able to study, but these cannot be higher or professional, since this would give you a student status. Nor should you carry out professional practices.
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