Paperwork
Guides to navigating French bureaucracy—visas, residency permits, official documents, declarations, and tips for managing the paperwork needed to live in France.
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Applying for Sécurité Sociale as the spouse of a French National
Applying to be a part of the nation health care system in France for the first time. I applied as the spouse to a French national and was able to apply before the 3 month time-frame.
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Your OFII Medical Visit: What to Expect at the Appointment
Required by the terms of your visa process, a medical visit that includes en eye exam, chest x-ray, and a chat with a medical professional on your history.
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OFII Convocation Day One: Everything You Need to Know About the CIR
The OFII convocation day one is a simple process that includes a language test and a personal interview with an OFII agent. This interview is to see where your needs are as you transition into French society. The first two…
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Bienvenue en France: How to Validate Your Visa Upon Arrival
I had to validate my visa within three months of my arrival in France and this was done completely online. Once validate, I would receive a convocation to present myself to OFII for and interview.
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How to Apply for Your VLS-TS as a French Spouse
Step-by-step description of my experience with the application for VLS-TS (long stay visa equivalent to a residence permit) for entry into France.
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Transcription de l’Acte de Mariage: Step by Step
Step-by-step description for how to apply for the transcription de l'acte de mariage through the French Conculate needed for the VLS-TS.
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Certificat de Capacité à Mariage: What You Need to Know
The first step in the process to getting married in the States with a French person; the banns are published and le certificat is issued. Having completed this step will allow the next step, validating the marriage with the French…
