French Residence Permit for UAE residents

For more than three years France has been considered one of the most popular destinations for foreign investors. The country's authorities promise to increase the inflow of investments by 4 times by 2030! People who have opened a business in France confirm the fact that innovative companies are welcome in this country. In addition to opening a business, France is an excellent destination for investment, quality education, and ideal conditions for financially independent persons.

Due to recent events, it is becoming more difficult for citizens of Russia and Belarus to obtain a residence permit in France. Mobilization forced many citizens in a hurry to leave the country and apply for a residence permit in France from third countries - Turkey, Montenegro, Georgia, and others. At the same time, the French government is more loyal to those who apply from the country of residence. Applying with Russian passport documents from Georgia, the consulate may ask a logical question: "Why not from Russia?". And here the main argument is the residence permit of the country from which the documents are submitted.

So, if you plan to settle in Europe, start with France, or stay in this country in the future, you need an intermediate residence permit from a third country. One of the most popular destinations for obtaining this kind of residence permit is the UAE.

Ways of obtaining UAE residence permit

To move to the UAE and obtain a visa (analogous to a residence permit in other countries) can be several ways:

• Getting married to a local citizen.
• Investing in the Emirate's economy.
• Studying at a local university.
• Acquisition of real estate.
• Official employment with the conclusion of a contract.
• None of the above methods does not guarantee 100% citizenship but allows you to get a UAE residence permit.
• Today, immigrants from other countries make up almost 80% of the UAE population. The Emirate authorities seek to regulate the flow of those wishing to come, so to obtain a local visa, you need to meet several conditions.

You can get a visa for yourself and your family if you buy real estate in Dubai for 750 thousand dirhams, and from 1 million dirhams in other emirates. From September 1, 2022, you can become the owner of a golden resident visa for 10 years on the condition of buying real estate in new off-plan objects or ready-made housing.

Opening your own business, training, and employment - all these ways also allow you to apply for a resident visa. Depending on the method chosen, the applicant will receive a visa of a certain validity period. Fortunately, UAE residence permits can be extended.

French residence permit - ways of obtaining in 2023

It is possible to obtain a residence permit in France for a different period - from 1 to 5 years. UAE visa holders can count on an accelerated program for obtaining a residence permit. The residence permit is allowed to extend, it is important to comply with the conditions based on which it was obtained. Everything depends on the method of obtaining the permit:

1. Marriage registration - it is necessary to officially conclude a marriage with a French citizen or national. The competent authorities may check the union for fictitiousness
2. Family reunification - if your close relatives live in France, you can submit the appropriate documents and, if approved, move to permanent residence.
3. Official employment with the conclusion of a contract. The employer in this case must submit a request to issue a long-term visa for the employee. Permission may be granted for a period of 1 to 10 years.
4. Transfer or registration of your business project - according to local legislation, it is possible to open a private company in France. It is important to be the head of the company, apply for a merchant card, and then apply for a residence permit. Provided that the legal entity is profitable, after 5 years you can apply for citizenship.
5. Permit for FNP without employment authorization. Available to foreign nationals who have a stable source of income outside France. To apply for a residence permit, you must have real estate in France - buy or rent. UAE visa holders can apply for a residence permit without local real estate in the property.
6. Talent passport - can be issued to people who have had the maximum impact on the development of the French economy, culture, science, or sports.

Initially, the candidate receives a visa of category D, valid for a year.

A permanent residence permit can be issued after 5 years of residence in France, sometimes - after 1-3 years. After living with the status of permanent residence in the country for 5 years, you can apply for citizenship.

To obtain a permanent residence permit in France, you must meet the following conditions:

• Availability of real estate - owned or leased under a long-term contract.
• Knowledge of the French language - passing the exam for language proficiency is not lower than level B1.
• Financial stability - to receive income at the rate of 2000 euros per person per month, without credit debts.
• The candidate must be over 18 years of age.

If you need assistance in applying for a UAE residence permit or French residence permit, please contact GARANT IN - a leading company in the field of investment immigration. We will accept the client's request and create a working strategy, allowing us to realize the task in the shortest possible time. Based on the topic of our article, we can help you choose a suitable direction for obtaining a UAE residence permit, select a verified real estate, and collect and submit documents for visa processing.

Then we choose the type of residence permit for France, and collect and prepare documents and applications. We will also help to solve related issues: registration of driver's license, certification of sale and purchase of movable and immovable property, payment of fines, extension of residence permit, and registration of necessary documents for children. If you contact us, you can be sure that you will receive all ordered services of proper quality and within the agreed timeframe.