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1. Types of visas in France
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2. Not all foreign nationals require a visa to
enter France, however, depending on
nationality, you may need to apply for
one even for short-term stays.
Checking the requirements before entry
is mandatory irrespective of the purpose
of the stay.

3. These are issued for tourism
purposes in most cases when the
stay is no longer than 90 days.
The same can apply for short-term
medical or family visiting purposes.
Short-term
visas

4. Foreign nationals can acquire a
long-term national stay visa with a
validity period between three
months and one year.
It can be used to enter the country
to start a business, invest in an
existing French company or make
property investments. Residency
by investment is also possible for
longer stays.
Investor

5. Short-term or seasonal employees
can obtain a long-term visa when
they have an employment contract
signed with a French company or
institution. If they wish to remain in
the country for longer employment
periods, they need to apply for a
work and residence permit.
Employee

6. Foreign nationals looking to remain
in the country to pursue education
first enroll in a higher education
establishment and then apply for
the student visa that allows them
to remain in the country for the
duration of their studies.
Student

7. Those who wish to settle with their
family in France, not simply visit,
can apply for a family reunification
residence permit. The nature of the
family relationship will be taken
into account.
Family
reunification

8. Foreign nationals who remain in the
country for long-term purposes
can, in time, consider applying for
permanent residency and finally for
citizenship, if they meet the
eligibility criteria.
Moving to
France

9. Our team of immigration
lawyers in France can
assess your case by taking
into account your
particular situation and the
purpose of your stay. We
will recommend the
suitable type of visa or
residence permit.

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