* As from 27/02/2008 we will no longer be allowed to lodge applications for Bangladesh, Belarus, Nigeria and Vietnam passport holders.

* Please make sure that you apply at least 3 weeks before you travel or
call the office for prior confirmation.

* Please note that the French Consulate will now request 3 months between the requested visa and the expiry date of the British residency. No exception will be made for people returning for good to their home countries, for UK extensions, etc.