Spouse & Dependent Entry Pack (Offshore) - Regroupement Familiale

Spouse/children of workers & students

Includes:
1. Eligibility & Pathway Assessment
Review sponsor’s status in France (citizen, permanent resident, student, worker, refugee).
Identify correct family visa pathway:
For residents.
For refugees/protected persons.
Dependent visas linked to student or work permits.
Clarify who qualifies (spouse aged 18+, minor children, sometimes dependents under 21 if studying).

2. Document Preparation
Checklist of required documents (passports, marriage/birth certificates, proof of sponsor’s residence in France).
Certified translations into French.
Assistance with notarization/legalization of foreign documents.
Drafting of sponsor’s support letters and financial guarantees.

3. Application Filing
Guidance on completing visa applications at the French consulate abroad.
Filing family reunification requests with OFPRA or prefecture (depending on sponsor’s status).
Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with French administrative rules.

4. Consular & Authority Liaison
Coordination with French consulates for interviews and document checks.
Communication with OFPRA/prefecture for approval of family reunification.
Responding to requests for additional information.

5. Travel & Arrival Logistics
Assistance with visa issuance and travel planning.

6. Post-Arrival Integration
Orientation on rights and obligations in France.