Residency
France — Residency: Permanent Residency
Eligible foreign nationals may obtain permanent residence in France after satisfying the residence and legal requirements established under French immigration law. Permanent residence provides greater long-term stability by reducing the need for repeated temporary residence permit renewals.
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Key facts
- Permanent residence is available after qualifying lawful residence
Costs
- Residence card issuance fee: €225 (total €225)
- Renewal fee: €100 (stamp duty of €50 and tax €300)
- Regularization fee: €180
Timelines
- Validity period of permanent resident card: 10 years and renewable