Proof of funds calculator
Work out exactly how much you need to show, and whether your balance has been held long enough to be accepted.
Showing requirements for France — work route · back to the checklist
France — Work route
Schengen posts expect roughly €45–€100 per day of stay, evidenced by three to six months of statements.
Funds you must show
€2,000
- Statements must be dated within 31 days of submission for most routes.
- Every large deposit needs a traceable source — gift, salary, sale or loan.
- If a sponsor funds you, their statements and relationship proof are required too.
How proof of funds is actually assessed
Case officers do not just look at the closing balance. They look at the shape of the account: whether the money arrived gradually or all at once, whether the deposits match your declared income, and whether the balance dips below the threshold at any point in the holding period. A statement showing a single large transfer three days before submission fails far more often than a smaller balance built up over months.
The figures above are the published maintenance rates for common routes and are a planning guide, not legal advice — always confirm the current amount on the official immigration site for your destination before you apply.