Living in France

Living in France is possible when you apply for the right visa after preparing for the right visa type.


Humanitarian-Visa

Humanitarian Visa for France: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

In an increasingly unstable global context, many individuals and families seek protection in Europe. France, as a country committed to human rights, offers limited legal pathways for individuals facing serious danger, often referred to as humanitarian visas. However, contrary to popular belief, there is no standard “humanitarian visa” category in […]


5 Tax Checkpoints for French Citizens Abroad in 2026

Moving abroad is a thrilling adventure, but it does not automatically mean a “tax break-up” with France. In 2026, the French tax administration has further strengthened its oversight of international income. Whether you are already settled or planning your move, here are the essential pillars to master to secure your […]

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My Prefecture receipt has expired. What should I do?

Do you have a residence permit application receipt (first application or renewal) which will expire in less than 15 days? You have not yet received a notification on the follow-up of your request (information by SMS of the production of the permit or refusal of stay)? In this case, you […]


What is the AGDREF number?

The AGDREF number is a number made up of 10 digits which appear on the residence permit. The AGDREF (Application for the Management of the Files of Foreign Nationals in France) makes it possible in particular to guarantee the right of residence to foreigners in a legal situation on French […]

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Young innovative start-up and Talent Passport

Obtaining a Talent Passport Visa as an employee of a young innovative company is a path rarely taken. However, it is easier than being recognized as the leader of an innovative project by a public organization. Being recognized by French Tech is also reserved for a fairly exclusive club of […]


Documents to provide to obtain French nationality

We invite you to find in this article, the documents to provide for the application for French nationality. Indeed, if you want to apply for French nationality, you must have an idea of ​​the conditions to become a French citizen. Any foreigner wishing to apply for French citizenship must have […]

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The cost of living in France – 5 budgets to plan

We invite you to find in this article, the 5 budgets to plan which determine the cost of living in France.  Indeed, before leaving to work in France, you must have an idea of ​​the different budgets that you must plan for. Moreover, the cost of living in France is […]


EXPIRED VISA: regularization by exceptional admission to stay

Exceptional admission to stay is a procedure of expired visa regularization which allows non-European foreigners in an irregular situation to obtain a “private and family life”, “employee” or “temporary worker” residence permit. Do you live in an irregular situation on French territory? What is the procedure to follow to regularize […]

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Emergency

Emergency and Rescue services in France

Emergency call numbers are telephone numbers for reaching public emergency services 24 hours a day, seven days a week. These numbers are generally short and free. Like several Western countries where such a system was already in place, the Ministry of Health French asked that a free emergency call number […]