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SYED ZAHEER ABBAS Address: Pelangi Indah Condominium Block A-11-20 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Email: [email protected] , Phone: +60167482326 Date: 10th September 2024 To, The Embassy of France Level 31, Integra Tower, 348, Jln Tun Razak,Kampung Datuk Keramat, 50400 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Subject: Visa Application for Tourist Visit to France Dear Honorable Visa Officer, Sir, my name is Syed Zaheer Abbas, a Site Engineer currently based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I am writing to apply for a tourist visa to France for the period from October 19th to October 27th, 2024. Sir, I am pleased to inform you that I have been granted paid leave from my employer, Joynal Jaye Construction Sdn Bhd, for this trip. This leave is fully supported by my company, ensuring that my visit to France will be well-organized and my employment status will remain secure during my absence. Sir, travel has always been a passion of mine, and I have had the privilege of visiting several countries across Asia, including UAE, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Cambodia, Thailand, Laos, Hong Kong, The Philippines, Macau, and Japan. These experiences have broadened my cultural understanding and reinforced my commitment to respecting international regulations. My history of adhering to visa conditions and returning to my home country as scheduled underscores my reliability as a traveler. France, with its rich cultural heritage and iconic landmarks, has long been a dream destination for me. I am particularly eager to experience Paris, including renowned sites such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum. This visit is an opportunity to immerse myself in French culture and further my appreciation of global diversity. Sir, with a carefully planned itinerary and a strong history of adhering to travel regulations, I am confident that this trip will be a memorable and enriching experience. I respectfully seek your support in granting me the necessary visa to make this journey possible. My Detailed Itinerary includes: Flight Details: • Departure Flight: o Date: October 19, 2024 o Flight: Emirates 345 o Departure Time: 10:15 from Kuala Lumpur International Airport o Arrival Time: 13:10 at Dubai International Airport (DXB) o Layover: 1 hour 30 minutes o Connecting Flight: Emirates 75 o Departure Time: 14:40 from Dubai International Airport (DXB) o Arrival Time: 20:00 at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) • Return Flight: o Date: October 26, 2024 o Flight: Emirates 76 o Departure Time: 21:55 from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) o Arrival Time: 06:35 (October 27) at Dubai International Airport (DXB) o Layover: 4 hours 05 minutes o Connecting Flight: Emirates 342 o Departure Time: 10:40 from Dubai International Airport (DXB) o Arrival Time: 21:55 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport Accommodation: • Hotel: Studio Cosy - Paris Centre • Address: 81 Rue Didot, 14th arrondissement, 75014 Paris, France • Phone: +33 6 11 63 54 49 • Confirmation Number: 4657.011.617 • Email: [email protected] • Stay Duration: 7 Nights Day 1: October 19, 2024 Arrival and Initial Exploration • Arrival: I will land at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 20:00. After clearing immigration and customs, I will take a taxi or the RER B train to my accommodation at Studio Cosy - Paris Centre. o Distance from Airport to Hotel: 35 km o Estimated Travel Time: 40-50 minutes by taxi or 50-60 minutes by train • Evening: After checking in, I plan to explore the vibrant area of Montmartre, known for its bohemian charm. I will enjoy a traditional French dinner at a local bistro, Le Relais Gascon, which offers authentic French cuisine. Day 2: October 20, 2024 Exploring Montmartre and Art • Morning: I will begin my day with a visit to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. I will take the Metro Line 12 from Montparnasse Bienvenüe station to Abbesses station, followed by a short walk. o Distance from Hotel to Sacré-Cœur: 6 km o Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by metro • Afternoon: Next, I will head to the Musée de l'Orangerie to view Monet’s Water Lilies. I will take the Metro Line 12 from Abbesses to Concorde station, then walk to the museum. o Distance from Sacré-Cœur to Musée de l'Orangerie: 5 km o Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by metro • Evening: I will return to Montmartre for dinner at La Bonne Franquette, known for its traditional French dishes. Day 3: October 21, 2024 Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden, and Seine River Cruise • Morning: I will visit the Louvre Museum, accessible via Metro Line 1 from Concorde to Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre station. o Distance from Hotel to Louvre: 5 km o Estimated Travel Time: 25 minutes by metro • Afternoon: After exploring the Louvre, I will walk through Tuileries Garden, then embark on a Seine River cruise departing from Pont Neuf. o Distance from Louvre to Tuileries Garden: 1 km o Distance from Tuileries Garden to Seine Cruise Departure Point: 2 km o Estimated Travel Time: 20 minutes on foot • Evening: I will enjoy dinner at Les Ombres, which offers a view of the Seine River. Day 4: October 22, 2024 Day Trip to Versailles and Saint-Germain-des-Prés • Morning: I will take the RER C train from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Versailles Château Rive Gauche station to visit the Palace of Versailles. o Distance from Hotel to Versailles: 20 km o Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by train • Afternoon: After returning from Versailles, I will travel to Saint-Germain-des-Prés using Metro Line 4 from Versailles to Saint-Germain-des-Prés station. o Distance from Versailles to Saint-Germain-des-Prés: 15 km o Estimated Travel Time: 40 minutes by metro • Evening: I will return to Paris for dinner near Montmartre. Day 5: October 23, 2024 Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs-Élysées • Morning: I will visit the Eiffel Tower using Metro Line 6 from Montparnasse Bienvenüe to Bir-Hakeim station. o Distance from Hotel to Eiffel Tower: 6 km o Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by metro • Afternoon: I will walk along the Champs-Élysées and visit the Arc de Triomphe, accessible via Metro Line 1 from Bir-Hakeim to Charles de Gaulle - Étoile station. o Distance from Eiffel Tower to Arc de Triomphe: 3 km o Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by metro or 20 minutes on foot • Evening: Dinner at Le Fouquet's on the Champs-Élysées. Day 6: October 24, 2024 Cultural Immersion: Musée d'Orsay, Le Marais, and Palais Garnier • Morning: I will visit the Musée d'Orsay, taking Metro Line 12 from Montparnasse Bienvenüe to Solférino station. o Distance from Hotel to Musée d'Orsay: 5 km o Estimated Travel Time: 25 minutes by metro • Afternoon: I will explore Le Marais district and visit Palais Garnier, reachable via Metro Line 8 from Solférino to Opéra station. o Distance from Musée d'Orsay to Palais Garnier: 3 km o Estimated Travel Time: 25 minutes by metro • Evening: Dinner at Bouillon Pigalle, known for its classic Parisian fare. Day 7: October 25, 2024 Giverny and Montmartre • Morning: I will take a train from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to Giverny to visit Monet’s House and Gardens. o Distance from Hotel to Giverny: 80 km o Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour by train • Afternoon: After returning to Paris, I will explore local cafés and markets in Montmartre. • Evening: Dinner at Le Comptoir du Relais in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Day 8: October 26, 2024 Relaxation and Departure • Morning: I will start with a leisurely breakfast at Le Consulat and visit nearby attractions like Place des Abbesses and Espace Dalí. o Distance from Hotel to Place des Abbesses: 1 km o Estimated Travel Time: 15 minutes on foot • Afternoon: I will enjoy a final stroll around Montmartre and prepare for departure. • Evening: I will take a taxi or train to Charles de Gaulle Airport for my return flight. o Distance from Hotel to Airport: 35 km o Estimated Travel Time: 40-50 minutes by taxi or 50-60 minutes by train Enclosed Documents: • Completed visa application form • Original passport • ID photograph. • Malaysian Multiple Entry Work Visa Valid 23 Feb 2025 • Company leave letter confirming leave from October 19th to October 27th, 2024 • Return flight tickets • Bank statements • Recent salary slips • Confirmed hotel booking • Travel health insurance certificate Sir, I respectfully request your favorable consideration of my visa application. This trip will allow me to experience Paris’s cultural heritage deeply. I assure you of my compliance with visa regulations and my return to Malaysia as scheduled. Thank you for your time and consideration. Yours sincerely, Syed Zaheer Abbas