🏡 Permanent Residency In France

Your path from temporary stay to long-term settlement in France

France offers a structured pathway to Permanent Residency (PR) for international students and professionals who wish to live and work in the country after their studies. With time, commitment, and integration, you can transition from a student visa to a long-term resident and even apply for French citizenship.

🔄 Pathway to Permanent Residency

Step 1: Start with a Student Visa

  • Begin your stay in France with a long-stay student visa (VLS-TS)

  • Complete your degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) at a recognized French institution

Step 2: Apply for Post-Study Stay (APS)

  • After graduation, apply for the Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour (APS)

  • Valid for up to 12 months (renewable in specific cases) to seek work or start a business

Step 3: Transition to a Work Visa

  • Secure a full-time job relevant to your field of study

  • Change your status to a work visa such as:

    • Salarié (Employee)

    • Passeport Talent (for high-skilled professionals)

  • This marks the start of your long-term residency journey

Step 4: Accumulate 5 Years of Legal Stay

  • You must legally reside in France for 5 continuous years

  • This can include time spent under student + work visas

  • Gaps in visa status or unauthorized stays can affect eligibility

📌 Eligibility Criteria for Permanent Residency

To apply for Carte de Résident (10-Year Residence Permit), you must:

✅ Reside legally in France for 5 consecutive years
✅ Hold a valid residence permit (student/work/talent passport)
✅ Demonstrate stable income and employment
✅ Show integration into French society (basic knowledge of French language, culture, and values)
✅ Have no criminal record
✅ Submit proof of address, tax returns, and social contributions

🪪 Benefits of Permanent Residency

  • Valid for 10 years and renewable

  • Full freedom to live, work, and travel within France

  • No need for employer sponsorship

  • Access to most public services and benefits

  • Easier family reunification options

  • Pathway to French citizenship (after 5 years of PR)

🇫🇷 French Citizenship (Optional Step)

After obtaining PR or living legally in France for 5 continuous years (or 2 years if you studied in France), you may be eligible to apply for naturalization. Requirements include:

  • Proven language proficiency (B1 level)

  • Stable employment and income

  • Demonstrated integration into French society

  • Knowledge of French history, society, and institutions

📩 Need Help Navigating Permanent Residency?

At Impel Overseas Consultants, we guide students and professionals through:

  • Post-study visa transition

  • Work visa and PR applications

  • Language and integration requirements

  • Citizenship eligibility and documentation

Let us help you build a future in France. Reach out to our expert team today! 🇫🇷🏡