Travel Reference
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Documents to Bring
Bring as many of the following documents as possible for
the entire family; in fact, bring anything you think might
be pertinent. Documents that may need to be translated
into French by an approved
traducteur assermenté
are
marked with an asterisk. Make photocopies of every
document and keep them separate from the originals.
When you go to the Préfecture, take as many documents
with you as possible: you will not always be told which
documents are required, and if your dossier is not
complete, you may have to come back again. You may
also need to bring a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
Visa de long séjour
Proof of domicile, most likely an electricity bill in
your name.
Work permits (as required)
Passports for the whole family
Photocopies of the first pages of your passports
Extra passport photos
Visa (as required)
Birth certificate*
Marriage certificate*
Divorce certificate*
Driver's license*
French Embassies and Consulates
Citizens of non-EU countries should check the websites of the
French embassies in their country or call for information on
visas de long séjour
. In most countries, the French embassy is
located in the capital city. For a comprehensive list, access the
Foreign Ministry's website: http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr.
Always carry your passport or residence permit with
you, as the police have the right to ask anyone to show
their identity papers. Also, inform the Préfecture of any
change in your residence and show evidence of the new
address: lease, rent receipt, electricity bill, etc. If your
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