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🇫🇷 France

Family Reunification Visa

Family reunification (Regroupement Familial) allows foreign residents in France to bring their spouse and minor children. Sponsor must have resided in France for at least 18 months with valid residence permit (1+ year validity). Financial requirements: minimum SMIC income (€1,823/month gross in 2026) with adequate housing. Application submitted to OFII, processed by local prefecture. Processing takes up to 6 months. Family members receive VLS-TS visa, must validate within 3 months of arrival. Language requirements increasing: B1 French for 10-year cards from 2026.

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Processing Time

Up to 6 months from complete application

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Cost

€99 visa fee per person + €225 residence permit fee per person

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Duration

VLS-TS valid 1 year, then multi-year permit

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Work Rights

Full work rights for family members

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Renewability

Renewable with continued residence

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 118+ months legal residence in France
  • 2Valid residence permit (1+ year validity)
  • 3Income at least SMIC level (€1,823/month gross)
  • 4Adequate housing for family size
  • 5OFII application and prefecture approval

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