Residence Renewal Pack

For Student, worker, family, refugee, etc for renewing legal residence permits and handling overstays

Includes:
1. Eligibility & Case Assessment
Review of current residence permit type (student, worker, family, refugee, etc.).
Assessment of overstay situation (duration, reasons, risks).
Identification of possible remedies (renewal, exceptional admission, humanitarian grounds).

2. Document Preparation
Checklist of required documents (passport, residence card, proof of income, housing, insurance).
Assistance with certified translations and notarization.
Drafting of explanatory letters for overstays (medical, humanitarian, administrative delays).

3. Application Filing
Support with online or prefecture-based renewal applications.
Filing of overstay recovery/regularization requests (admission exceptionnelle au séjour).
Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with French immigration rules.

4. Communication with Authorities
Liaison with prefecture, OFII, and consulates.
Responding to requests for additional documents or clarifications.

5. Post-Approval Support
Assistance with residence card collection.
Guidance on rights and obligations (work rights, healthcare, social benefits).
Orientation on avoiding future overstays (renewal timelines, reminders).