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Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 5:13pm On Oct 08, 2025
Fathy001:
Congratulations are you frequently Traveller because is last week I submitted my application in Lagos has Frequently Traveller am still waiting for their Response
Am afraid 😟 You may wait for 1 month as a frequent traveler.

I applied since 2nd September 2025 as a frequent traveller I got my passport back on 3rd October.

I guess most of the VO are on vacation.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by donteebalo(m): 5:47pm On Oct 08, 2025
visamaster2025:
Do not be mis lead total liar 🤥, You cannot. It is not possible. It can be use to travel to any Schengen countries only.

He/she need to apply for Mexico visa separately at Mexico embassy at Abuja
Are you truly a visa master? And why will you call me a liar or misleading anyone? Please make your research and cover your face in shame as the one misleading. Don’t dabble into what you have no knowledge of. YOU CAN TRAVEL TO MEXICO WITH A MULTIPLE SCHENGEN VISA! WITHOUT ANY OTHER VISA NEEDED!!! Make your research and stop unnecessary assumptions. This is something I have done before!!!!
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by Yashita: 5:58pm On Oct 08, 2025
visamaster2025:
It is not VFS, search on google TLS Lagos France appointment

But you need to have fill your visa application at the France embassy portal

Please do not do mistake and avoid distractions. If there is a mistake on your application you will be sent back at the submission centre to book a new appointment

Good luck 🤞
Thank you 🙏
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 6:31pm On Oct 08, 2025
donteebalo:
Are you truly a visa master? And why will you call me a liar or misleading anyone? Please make your research and cover your face in shame as the one misleading. Don’t dabble into what you have no knowledge of. YOU CAN TRAVEL TO MEXICO WITH A MULTIPLE SCHENGEN VISA! WITHOUT ANY OTHER VISA NEEDED!!! Make your research and stop unnecessary assumptions. This is something I have done before!!!!
Dude sorry my bad---

Yes, you can enter Mexico with a valid Schengen visa for tourist, business (invited) and transit purposes for up to 180 days. This applies to holders of multiple-entry Schengen visas that are currently valid and have been used at least once to enter the Schengen Area. Key requirements: But he/she needs to be careful if his/her requirement is not perfect
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by donteebalo(m): 7:33pm On Oct 08, 2025
visamaster2025:
Dude sorry my bad---

Yes, you can enter Mexico with a valid Schengen visa for tourist, business (invited) and transit purposes for up to 180 days. This applies to holders of multiple-entry Schengen visas that are currently valid and have been used at least once to enter the Schengen Area. Key requirements: But he/she needs to be careful if his/her requirement is not perfect
No problem sir/Ma 👍
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 10:00pm On Oct 08, 2025
ohlordhavemercy:
Goodevening all,My visa was denied last week.I was really sad coz I felt I was supposed to get the visa.Reasons for refusal.
(1) ... The purpose of stay is not reliable..
(2)There are reasonable doubts that you will not return to your home country when your visa expires.I applied for a 8 day visit to Paris
Pls how do I correct these reasons?

Docs submitted
Visa application form,signed
Employment letter
Leave letter
Work ID card
Work introduction Letter
Utility bill
Cover letter
Marriage Certificate
Land docs
Travel Itinerary
Dummy flight
Hotel booking
Payslips
Salary account Bank statement,#7.2m
Pension statement roughly #4m
Family photos
Kids birth certificate
Travel history (African countries)
And other docs I can't remember as I type here now

Pls shld I appeal? how do I go abt the appeal?
Shld I reapply immediately?
Shld I apply thru conference or I shld still reapply thru Tourism?

Pls help a brother pls
Very sorry for your refusal. Why not seek for some advice from experts before you apply? No, do not apply immediately until you understand, study your refusal letter and get them solved properly.

According to documents submitted - Your Balance in your Bank Statement is too low. #7.2M is too low to visit France for 8 days. That is why refusal Number 1 is issued to you.

**** I also do not think your cover letter is not explanatory enough to the VO.

On Refusal Number 2 - Means your Travel History, you never travel before. Look for some civilized countries to go first before applying again. May i asks which of the Africa visas you presented? Africa visas are not recognized any more.

Getting a Schengen, USA, Canada Visas sometimes you need to use money to find money. This is your situation now.

Good luck
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 10:34pm On Oct 08, 2025
Dottune:
I would suggest you do, because they have access to that information, you can highlight it and tell them to look at your current application based on its merit and not on your previous refusals.
No, you do not need to say that. But the VO in charge of your application will see it on their system. Please seek advice from expert and prepare very well. Visa Issuance is very hard now.

All the best !!!
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by hunee: 10:58pm On Oct 08, 2025
visamaster2025:
Why are you appealing? I believe it’s a waste of time. There is a 95% tendency chance that you will loose the appeal

I advise you do not appeal. You can re- apply but make sure you have corrected and resolve what is stated in the former refusal letter

All the best
tag the correct appellant.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 11:09pm On Oct 08, 2025
visamaster2025:
Yes it is easy for both . Apply at Lagos Centre


Good luck 🤞
Thank you
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 11:18pm On Oct 08, 2025
[quote author=Royals1st post=137057792]This info below is not correct ! Am writing with own personal experience my self and my wife fly from Madrid Spain airport to Mexico with our Italy visa we spent 2 weeks in Mexico just make sure you have confirmed hotel bookings not not paid but confirmed your booking is valid with the hotel and it pay on arrival and make sure you have at least 1k USD with you are the time you landing Mexico airport


Is your Italy Visa Multiple Visa?
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 11:49pm On Oct 08, 2025
Chelseaboy101:
Hi guys ! Please I need your input.. Travel date is December 20 . I chose Lagos as a center of submission but the earliest date I'm seeing is December 1 . How do I change to Abuja ? While filling the form, I also chose Lagos to submit.
Are you applying for a tourist visa? I guess yes. Cancel, delete your France visa form and TLS Lagos Centre wait for 24 - 48 hours. Fill in for Abuja Centre


All the Best
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 12:05am On Oct 09, 2025
Marcgrace:
Hello@Everyone,

Has anyone appealed a France visa refusal? I need some advice...
Someone with experience in a Graceful Appeal, an Appeal to the Commission for Appeals Against Visa Application Refusals (CRRV), or an Appeal to the Administrative Court of Nantes ?
If you are a computer literate check AI on any system, explain all to AI, he will draft you a good appeal letter. But on my own perspective I do not advise you to appeal it is a waste of time. You have 5% chance you will win the appeal.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by Arymed777: 9:34am On Oct 09, 2025
visamaster2025:
@Visamaster,

The highlighted statement below is not true. Having 7.2M in salary account for 8 days is not too low. I used almost same amount and visa was issued. I will advise the cover letter be strong enough to convince the VO.

Thank you.

Very sorry for your refusal. Why not seek for some advice from experts before you apply? No, do not apply immediately until you understand, study your refusal letter and get them solved properly.

According to documents submitted - Your Balance in your Bank Statement is too low. #7.2M is too low to visit France for 8 days. That is why refusal Number 1 is issued to you.[/b]

**** I also do not think your cover letter is not explanatory enough to the VO.

On Refusal Number 2 - Means your Travel History, you never travel before. Look for some civilized countries to go first before applying again. May i asks which of the Africa visas you presented? Africa visas are not recognized any more.

Getting a Schengen, USA, Canada Visas sometimes you need to use money to find money. This is your situation now.

Good luck
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 11:26am On Oct 09, 2025
[quote author=Arymed777 post=137064407][/quote]Hello,

Please, do not compare your own situation or your visa application with others. "Luck is just on your side". Typically, #7.2M is too low to visit France for 8 days.

Think about the economic situation in the country?

How much is #7,2M this moment?

If it is for real Calculate it - Returned Flight ticket, Accommodation for 8 days, Feeding, Transport (here and there) and other miscellaneous expenses. with family back home, also are you not going to save money behind for use when you are back?

Cheers!!!
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 11:34am On Oct 09, 2025
Please i can't find where to do the dummy booking on airfrance website.

The hold booking I see is only for 72hours.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by Arymed777: 12:55pm On Oct 09, 2025
visamaster2025:
@Visamaster,

In as much I won't like to argue with you, Luck abounds but it is not compulsory you book big hotels and taxi when you get there. With all documents and a well structured itinerary, its okay with that amount. I am a frequent traveller and believe what the applicant packaged was good for the visa. Nobody has monopoly of knowledge. We live to learn and learn to live.

Thank you.

Hello,

Please, do not compare your own situation or your visa application with others. "Luck is just on your side". Typically, #7.2M is too low to visit France for 8 days.

Think about the economic situation in the country?

How much is #7,2M this moment?

If it is for real Calculate it - Returned Flight ticket, Accommodation for 8 days, Feeding, Transport (here and there) and other miscellaneous expenses. with family back home, also are you not going to save money behind for use when you are back?

Cheers!!!
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 1:00pm On Oct 09, 2025
SPDAZZY:
Please i can't find where to do the dummy booking on airfrance website.

The hold booking I see is only for 72hours.
Hey Dude,

Why you complicating things for yourself, if your visa is refused you will be thinking why? Not knowing you caused it yourself. Why going for a dummy Flight booking? Dummy booking hold reservation maximum for 72 hours, after 72 hours it will be cancelled. It is not Hotel reservation.

I will advise you to look for a trust airline agent, pay him / her the flight reservation booking under #15k - #20k to have a rest of mind,

*** please be aware that Flight booking reservation are among the essential documents the VO / embassy does confirm in any visa application.

Cheers!!!
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 1:15pm On Oct 09, 2025
[quote author=Arymed777 post=137066849][/quote]I understand you here. But still yet either you book the cheapest hotels or not #7.2M is too low for his trip to France. for 8 days. List all the criteria i listed earlier

If you convert #7.2M to Euros it is approximately -- 4,100 euros.

You are lucky dude trust me your visa application was handle by a good-hearted VO.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by Zeefaa: 2:24pm On Oct 09, 2025
Hello, Please has anyone submitted an application in Abuja recently?
I’d like to know if the current waiting period is now one month like how Lagos is recently
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 3:37pm On Oct 09, 2025
visamaster2025:
Hey Dude,

Why you complicating things for yourself, if your visa is refused you will be thinking why? Not knowing you caused it yourself. Why going for a dummy Flight booking? Dummy booking hold reservation maximum for 72 hours, after 72 hours it will be cancelled. It is not Hotel reservation.

I will advise you to look for a trust airline agent, pay him / her the flight reservation booking under #15k - #20k to have a rest of mind,

*** please be aware that Flight booking reservation are among the essential documents the VO / embassy does confirm in any visa application.

Cheers!!!
I have that from trip.com but it says flight reservation only and not booking so I was wondering if that's workable.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 3:39pm On Oct 09, 2025
Zeefaa:
Hello, Please has anyone submitted an application in Abuja recently?
I’d like to know if the current waiting period is now one month like how Lagos is recently
Their site was having issues but just went through an hour ago. There is availability from Friday 17th
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by TheLoanGuy: 4:13pm On Oct 09, 2025
SPDAZZY:
I have that from trip.com but it says flight reservation only and not booking so I was wondering if that's workable.
It is workable don't mind him. Use Ethiopian Airlines to book your flight, use the pay later option. Your flight ticket will be sent to your email.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by Zeefaa: 4:21pm On Oct 09, 2025
Thanks. This is Abuja? only seeing appointment from Nov 18th or so.
Also pls is Abuja taking over a month now too for collection/decision?

SPDAZZY:
Their site was having issues but just went through an hour ago. There is availability from Friday 17th
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 8:56pm On Oct 09, 2025
TheLoanGuy:
It is workable don't mind him. Use Ethiopian Airlines to book your flight, use the pay later option. Your flight ticket will be sent to your email.
Huumm, yes, it is Possible, but do you think the embassy don't know the theory? We spoil things for ourselves and future applicants.


Ethiopia airline you need to transit, Wise thing to do why not get it done sincerely look for a direct flight. IF you are a first timer i will advise you not to do it but frequent traveler, you can
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by TheLoanGuy: 9:53pm On Oct 09, 2025
visamaster2025:
Huumm, yes, it is Possible, but do you think the embassy don't know the theory? We spoil things for ourselves and future applicants.


Ethiopia airline you need to transit, Wise thing to do why not get it done sincerely look for a direct flight. IF you are a first timer i will advise you not to do it but frequent traveler, you can
I did it as a first timer, there's no spoiling things here. They just need to see your itinerary. They clearly state themselves that you should not pay for flights before you get your Visa.

Or you also think they don't know about the direct flights either.

Also, you only need a transit visa if the layover is going to be for more than 12 hours, which clearly isn't the case, their layover is usually under 12 hours to prevent this from happening.

Stop sharing half baked information and misinformation here.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 10:07pm On Oct 09, 2025
TheLoanGuy:
It is workable don't mind him. Use Ethiopian Airlines to book your flight, use the pay later option. Your flight ticket will be sent to your email.
Thank you
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by SPDAZZY(f): 10:08pm On Oct 09, 2025
Zeefaa:
Thanks. This is Abuja? only seeing appointment from Nov 18th or so.
Also pls is Abuja taking over a month now too for collection/decision?
Yes, Abuja.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025:
TheLoanGuy:
I did it as a first timer, there's no spoiling things here. They just need to see your itinerary. They clearly state themselves that you should not pay for flights before you get your Visa.

Or you also think they don't know about the direct flights either.

Also, you only need a transit visa if the layover is going to be for more than 12 hours, which clearly isn't the case, their layover is usually under 12 hours to prevent this from happening.

Stop sharing half-baked information and misinformation here.
Half Baked informationhuh ppsshhhh Funny you. Let him / her go-ahead. i rest my head. Correction, nobody informs him / her to pay for flight before getting the visa.

They just need to see your itinerary huh?---- WRONG. you think the embassy will not confirm it, with the itinerary? Am not saying he needs a transit or layover or whatever. What i know is he should document his / her documents perfectly. because you did it last time then it will keep working forever.

NOTE -- Embassy Policies changes. For me I believe is not right.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by visamaster2025: 1:41am On Oct 10, 2025
TheLoanGuy:
I did it as a first timer, there's no spoiling things here. They just need to see your itinerary. They clearly state themselves that you should not pay for flights before you get your Visa.

Or you also think they don't know about the direct flights either.

Also, you only need a transit visa if the layover is going to be for more than 12 hours, which clearly isn't the case, their layover is usually under 12 hours to prevent this from happening.

Stop sharing half baked information and misinformation here.
If you do it as a first timer means automatically you can do it forever? you are funny
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by TheLoanGuy: 8:28am On Oct 10, 2025
visamaster2025:
If you do it as a first timer means automatically you can do it forever? you are funny
You're the funny one here, talking like you're the consulate or the Visa officer reviewing applications.
Point me to where they stated their policies have changed concerning booking flights, if not, you should take several seats back.
Re: Securing Visa To France, Applying From Nigeria... by TheLoanGuy: 8:43am On Oct 10, 2025
visamaster2025:
Half Baked informationhuh ppsshhhh Funny you. Let him / her go-ahead. i rest my head. Correction, nobody informs him / her to pay for flight before getting the visa.

They just need to see your itinerary huh?---- WRONG. you think the embassy will not confirm it, with the itinerary? Am not saying he needs a transit or layover or whatever. What i know is he should document his / her documents perfectly. because you did it last time then it will keep working forever.

NOTE -- Embassy Policies changes. For me I believe is not right.
Notice that you said "For me", you're not the embassy, neither are you a Visa officer or an authority. When the Embassy Policy changes, we'll get the memo and it'll definitely not be from you.

How would the flight booking change what's in the applicant's itinerary if they use Ethiopian Airlines? It doesn't change the arrival date.
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