Long-term resident card - EU
Who it's for: Non-European people who have lived legally and continuously in France for a long period, or hold a Blue Card, and meet the conditions.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Language: Sufficient knowledge of French which must be level B1 · about CEFR B1
- Money to show: €1,867.02
- Main fee: €350
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €350 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | €1,867.02 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
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LanguageSufficient knowledge of French which must be level B1 · about CEFR B1Official wording
“Sufficient knowledge of French which must be level B1”
Money to show€1,867.02Official wording
“Your income must reach at least the amount of Smic”
Main fee€350Official wording
“The cost of first delivery is €350”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Age limit; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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