France Residency and Long-Stay Visa Advisory

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Clients typically engage FranceNext at one of three levels.

01

Initial Consultation and France Residency Strategy

A strategic session to evaluate your situation, explain the French residency pathways, and determine the appropriate long-stay visa strategy.

Clients receive a structured preparation roadmap covering:

• appropriate long-stay visa path

• application timing

• financial documentation expectations

• insurance and housing considerations

• potential issues to address before submission


02

French Long-Stay Visa Application Preparation

Guidance organizing financial documentation, insurance coverage, housing plans, and application materials.

Typical support includes:

• reviewing financial and identity documentation

• guidance on translations and required formats

• organizing the application dossier

• preparing the France-Visas submission and consulate appointment


03

Full France Relocation and Residency Advisory

Ongoing advisory support preparing a complete and credible residency application and planning the transition to France.

Support may include:

• residency strategy and application preparation
• coordination of documentation and translations
• housing search strategy
• health insurance preparation
• arrival preparation and administrative setup

Typical engagements range from $10K–$15K depending on scope.


Begin with an initial consultation.

Preparing residency in France begins with a clear plan.

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