Two new systems when travelling to Europe to launch in 2025

The Entry/Exit System (EES) and the European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS) are due to be launched this year for travelers entering Europe. Here are the latest updates. Entry/Exit […]
Thinking of moving to France, your visa and residency permit checklist

This is a common subject covered on our website, so here is a summary of our previous posts We also have a full section dedicated to moving to France on […]
What you need to know about language requirements for foreigners moving to France

France has introduced stricter language requirements for foreigners, including the introduction of French tests for certain types of residency card and a higher language level requirement for citizenship. If you […]
How will the New Immigration Bill affect your plans to move to France?

Some parts of the new French Immigration Bill will affect those planning to move and live or work in France. Some parts of the bill may also impact you if […]
Five Year Card Renewals and Permanent Rights – What you need to know …

Did you take up residency in France before the end of the Withdrawal period? Were you granted a 5-year residency card (WARP)? As we approach the 5-year anniversary, for many […]
EU Digital Border System Delayed
The EU has confirmed plans to delay its new digital border system again with a rollout not expected until 2024 . The Entry/Exit System (EES), a digitalised system that will […]
Information about Children Travelling Abroad.
When travelling abroad, children who are French residents now need an autorisation de sortie du territoire’ (AST). Click on the link to read more. Those children who have non-EU nationality […]
A brief introduction to the world of visas
by Sasha Smit-Marcadier and Sarah Vincent If you are thinking of visiting France for more than 90 days in a 180 period then you will need a visa. With the […]
Applying for a “Flexibility six month visitor visa”
There are a variety of visas to choose from and making the right decision will depend on your situation. Here is an FBN Podcast: Sasha Smit-Marcadier and Sarah Vincent give […]
A brief introduction to the working visa
by Sasha Smit-Marcadier and Sarah Vincent You may be thinking of moving to France and working here. There are several visas to choose from. Making the right decision will depend on […]