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  • Visa Fees Rising in France from May 2026

    Visa Fees Rising in France from May 2026

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    Starting in May 2026, France is increasing a range of visa and residency-related fees. On paper, the changes look incremental. In practice, they raise the cost of moving to and staying in France, especially for long-stay visa holders and first-time applicants. We went through this process ourselves, so instead of just listing the new prices,…

  • Applying for a Carte de Séjour (Visitor) in France: What It’s Really Like

    Applying for a Carte de Séjour (Visitor) in France: What It’s Really Like

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    If you’re planning to stay in France long-term on a Visitor visa, at some point you’ll need to face the process of renewing and applying for a Carte de Séjour. On paper, the requirements seem straightforward. In reality, the experience can be anything but. When we went through our own renewal, we expected a relatively…