How can Russians obtain a residence permit in France in 2021?

Advantages of France for life

What are the advantages of France for life?

1. Good ecology; The French are very careful about the environment, and therefore good ecology and high quality products are ensured at a decent level.
2. High quality of life; The standard of living in France is rightfully considered high. One of the largest European countries takes great care to ensure that all the needs of society are met as much as possible.
3. Developed economy; France has the second largest economy in the European Union. As a highly developed country, France plays a key role on the world stage.
4. High salaries; One of the important components of a high standard of living of the population and a developed economy is the minimum wage in France. Today it is 1,539 euros per month before taxes (this is approximately 126,000 rubles at the exchange rate at the time of writing). After tax and other deductions, approximately 1,300 euros remain on hand (this is approximately 106,000 rubles at the exchange rate at the time of writing). Moreover, the average salary in France is over 3,000 euros.
5. Entering the European market; France is the largest country in the European Union, which provides access to the European market and all the benefits that come with it.
6. Quality education. In France, there is a decent level of education both in schools and universities, although it differs from what we are used to. Many who move to France note that the requirements in French primary and secondary schools are lower than in the CIS countries. We can say that this is true, but the result exceeds all expectations, and in a comfortable environment for the student.

Where is it better for a pensioner from Russia to emigrate?

In order to better understand which country is better for immigration for retirees, you can study the latest ranking studies. , Malta, Spain and Portugal are best prepared for the life of retirees

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• All three countries are among the top ten EU countries with the best healthcare systems.
• World-class clinics are located here, and they employ highly qualified doctors.
• These states are located in the south of Europe and have a mild climate that is absolutely comfortable for living.
• There are famous seaside resorts here, where you can not only have a good rest and improve your health, but also buy real estate at a profit.

Real estate prices in Spanish and Portuguese resorts start from 60 thousand euros. The standard of living here corresponds to the European standard. Malta is considered one of the European countries with a high quality of life.

The conditions for obtaining official status in Spain and Portugal are similar, but Malta offers a more expensive option for obtaining citizenship by investment. All three countries recognize dual citizenship, so there is no need to give up your first passport.

For Wealthy Immigrants

In 2015, Switzerland

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The study was conducted by Natixis Global Asset Management. The authoritative magazine Forbes, in turn, calls Austria
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Of course, the quality of life in both countries (access to healthcare and other public goods, social security and safety, etc.) is as high as possible. There are also investment programs for immigrants, but they are suitable for wealthy people.

• Switzerland offers to obtain a residence permit in 4-6 months. To do this, you need to pay taxes to the state in the amount of more than 100 thousand francs per year (+ 50 thousand for registration). At the same time, you get the opportunity to enter without a visa only into Schengen countries.
• Austria allows you to acquire citizenship within a year, along with the opportunity to visit 170 countries of the world, including the United States, without a visa or under a simplified scheme. However, this requires a significant contribution to socially useful projects in the country (more than 6 million euros + 50-100 thousand for registration). Therefore, you can stop at a residence permit.

What should you consider when considering a residence permit in France?

Along with the advantages, there are also features of life in France that need to be taken into account:

• High prices; France has a high standard of living and high salaries, but also high prices. For example, living in the capital of France - Paris - costs an average of 800-1000 euros.
• Taxes. Taxation in France is something that often mars the pretty picture because the tax rates are significant. Thus, the personal income tax rate in France varies from 0% to 45% depending on the amount of profit, since France has a progressive taxation scale.

There are undoubtedly more advantages to living in France, so GFLO Consultancy is pleased to offer you the service of obtaining a residence permit in France, both with a Visiteur card and for other reasons.

The best countries for retirees: your choice

The process of choosing a suitable country is individual in each case. It is necessary to pay attention not only to the general criteria of residence, but also to the accessibility of the country for migrants. In order not to make a mistake with your choice and not to stumble upon one of the many pitfalls, contact qualified specialists. Let us remind you that pensioners are one of the most common targets for fraud when processing documents for immigration. Therefore, it is better to trust an organization or company with many years of experience and a serious reputation.

If you are still in the process of choosing a country, we invite you to continue visiting our blog. In subsequent articles we will tell you about facts about immigration that you are unlikely to find on the Internet. Subscribe to our news and receive the latest information.

Grounds for obtaining a residence permit in France

According to the current migration legislation in France, an applicant for a residence permit in France must choose the appropriate basis. The following reasons can be identified for obtaining a residence permit in France:

• The basis is financial independence (“Visiteur”)

A residence permit for the financially independent or a “Visiteur” visa is a common choice for applicants for a French residence permit who have not yet decided to create a company in France. The visa gives the right to permanent residence in France, but does not give the right to do business or work in France.

"Visiteur" is suitable for those who do not have their own business in France, but have sufficient financial resources to ensure an adequate standard of living in France.

Conditions for obtaining "Visiteur":

• Availability of real estate in ownership or long-term lease;
• Availability of financial resources to live in France;
• Medical insurance for permanent residents in France.

The "Visiteur" visa is issued for a period of 1 year with the right of subsequent extension.

• Founded - business in France

A residence permit in France for entrepreneurs is suitable both for individuals with an existing business in France and for aspiring entrepreneurs who are opening a company in France. Gives the right to permanently reside in France and carry out business activities in any form, including working in your own company.

Conditions for obtaining a residence permit for entrepreneurs:

• For business owners in France: Annual profit of the company in France and the success of the project;
• When conducting licensed activities, availability of the appropriate license and permits.

• Reason - work in France

Employees who work in France on the basis of either an open-ended or a fixed-term employment contract, as well as seconded workers, are entitled to obtain a residence permit in France.

Conditions for obtaining a residence permit for workers:

• Availability of work in a French company (provide an employment contract);
• Availability of sufficient salary to cover expenses.

• Reason: study

Foreign students and trainees also have the right to apply for a residence permit in France.

Conditions for obtaining a residence permit for students:

• Confirmation of admission to a university in France or confirmation of acceptance for an internship in a French company;
• Availability of sufficient funds to live in France (the size of the scholarship, the provision of housing for the student/intern in France, and other factors are assessed).

• Reason: family reunification

If a person has a spouse who is a French citizen or has a minor child who is a French citizen, such person has the right to apply for a residence permit in France.

Conditions for obtaining a residence permit upon family reunification:

• Availability of sufficient funds to live in France;
• No criminal record of both the applicant and his relatives;
• Availability of residential real estate;
• The relative to whom the applicant is moving must be a resident of France, that is, either have a residence permit/permanent residence permit or citizenship. If a relative has, for example, a visa for scientists and researchers, on the basis of which he is in France, it will not be possible to obtain a residence permit on the basis of family reunification.

Residence permit in Europe for pensioners: where is it easier to get?

No matter what advantages such EU countries as Germany, France, the Netherlands, and the Scandinavian states have, their governments impose extremely strict quotas for immigrants to obtain residence permits, and even more so permanent residence and citizenship. In our practice, we have encountered the fact that many pensioners do not know about the existence of completely legal and simple programs for obtaining a residence permit for investments in a number of developed European countries.

The best option is Hungary

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This country is suitable even if you have not yet decided where exactly in the European Union you want to live, and want to explore various options directly in practice. You can obtain residence permit status here in just 3 weeks
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300 thousand euros in the Hungarian economy

, which the state is guaranteed to return to you within 5 years.
The return on investment covers all costs of registration and support of the case, and at the moment this is the most attractive European offer. Another 60 thousand euros
will be spent on obtaining the status, and after 6 months you will be able to obtain lifelong permanent residence.

The procedure for obtaining a residence permit in France

The procedure for obtaining a residence permit in France has its own characteristics depending on the chosen basis. Below we will discuss in detail the procedure for the 2 most popular reasons for obtaining a French residence permit - for financially independent people (Visiteur) and for entrepreneurs. You can find out the detailed procedure for other reasons from our specialists.

The procedure for obtaining and extending a residence permit in France for financially independent people (Visiteur):

1. Renting or purchasing real estate in France;
2. Collection and preparation of all necessary documents, filling out forms;
3. Submitting documents for a visa to the nearest France visa center;
4. Obtaining a visa, entering France;
5. Visa activation (online), fee payment;
6. Passing a mandatory medical examination;
7. Submitting a dossier for exchanging a driver’s license (if necessary);
8. Opening a bank account in France;
9. Submitting a dossier to receive a carte vitale (compulsory health insurance card);
10. Submitting a dossier for renewal of residence permit. On the 10th month of validity of the visa in the prefecture at the place of residence;
11. Obtaining a carte de séjour (residence permit) for the 2nd year.

The procedure for obtaining a residence permit in France for entrepreneurs:

1. Preparation of a dossier for obtaining a D visa at the French consulate (or titre de séjour at the prefecture at the place of residence in France - for those who already have another residence permit in France);
2. Submitting a visa dossier through a French visa center or to the prefecture at your place of residence in France;
3. In case of a positive decision, a D visa is issued valid for 90 days to enter France and subsequently request a titre de séjour, or for those who submitted documents to the prefecture in France, a titre de séjour is immediately issued;
4. Those who applied through the consulate and received a D visa must enter France during the validity period of the visa and request a titre de séjour at the prefecture of their place of residence, for which they will need to first decide on the issue of an address in France (purchase or rental of real estate, living with acquaintances or friends).