France Insider : Visas

Guide to Bringing Pets to France

24th May 2022

Guide to Bringing Pets to France

The regulations in place to bring pets to France differ by type of pet and whether you are travelling from an EU or non-EU country.

Immigration Procedures in Prefectures

16th May 2022

Immigration Procedures in Prefectures

Two recent official reports highlight severe inefficiencies in the application process for naturalisation and residence permits in the prefectures.

Visa Minimum Income Threshold increases to €1,300+

10th May 2022

Visa Minimum Income Threshold increases to €1,300+

The minimum income threshold to obtain a visa in France has increased. UPDATED: 24th October 2024

French Visas and the 90/180 Days Rule

20th Apr 2022

French Visas and the 90/180 Days Rule

The French government have provided guidance on the use of a visitor visa in tandem with the 90/180 days rule.

Visa for Running a Gite

24th Feb 2022

Visa for Running a Gite

What type of visa is required for those seeking to run a gîte or chambre d'hôte in France?

Appeals against Refusal of a Visa or Residence Permit

10th Feb 2022

Appeals against Refusal of a Visa or Residence Permit

What is the appeal process if your application for an entry visa to France or residence permit is refused?

Brexit: Moving Household Goods to France

17th Nov 2021

Brexit: Moving Household Goods to France

Now that the UK has left the EU, what are the customs rules for moving your possessions to a property in France?

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