How long can you stay in France if you own property?

Once you have bought your dream home in France If you would like to relocate to France or visit for longer than 90 days you will require a visa, which is easy to obtain once you are the owner of a French property. You may wish to apply for a Long stay visa valid for residence (VLS-TS).



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Once you have bought your dream home in France If you would like to relocate to France or visit for longer than 90 days you will require a visa, which is easy to obtain once you are the owner of a French property. You may wish to apply for a Long stay visa valid for residence (VLS-TS).

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French Buyer's Mistakes: During Your Property Visit
  • Viewing your property through rose-tinted glasses. ...
  • Being unrealistic about renovations. ...
  • Not getting the right documentation. ...
  • Not seeking independent advice before you purchase. ...
  • Making direct payments without your notaire. ...
  • Not budgeting for fees and taxes.


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Another option is the visitor visa. This visa allows you to live in France even though you don't have a French spouse, a job or plans to study. You'll need a letter explaining how you intend to spend your time in France, proof you can support yourself without work and proof of medical insurance.

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“The main reason is Brexit. It's so much more difficult for British people to buy something here. They need health insurance and that's very difficult for them.”

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