Visas and documents

A preparation roadmap by purpose, with documents, steps and direct links to the responsible authorities.

3 routes to compareSources checked · 13 Nov 2026

Use the boxes to organise your reading. They do not certify that an application is complete. This page does not upload or store documents.

Join family

A French citizen’s spouse must prove marriage, nationality and shared life. Joining a resident foreign national follows a different procedure.

Documents to organise 6

Valid passport or travel documentCertificates and evidence of family or partner relationshipFamily member’s identity and immigration status or nationality

Depending on your case and the official checklist

Civil records and evidence of parentage or name changesCertified translations and legalisation/apostille where requestedEvidence of lawful residence in the application jurisdiction

How to proceed

Choose the category and check the authority/consulate checklist for your place of residence.
Use the official channel linked in the source and keep receipts. Attend interviews or biometrics when requested.
After the decision, check entry conditions, local registration, residence and permitted activities.

Check official requirements ↗ www.france-visas.gouv.fr Check official requirements ↗ www.france-visas.gouv.fr

Guides to the main routes, not a list of every existing visa. Nationality, residence, age, family and consulate can change the required evidence.

Information for lawful migration. PassyGo does not issue visas or replace individual advice from a qualified professional.