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Residence permit renewal

ANEF/préfecture process, required documents and common issues.

Reading time: 10 min Last updated: 2026-05-04Difficulty: Hard
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When to start?

Start 4 months before expiry and file on ANEF at least 2 months before.

Late requests may trigger penalties or refusal.
Process diagram
Renewal steps

Required documents

  • Passport (all pages)
  • Current residence permit
  • Recent proof of address
  • ePhoto ANTS code
  • Status-specific documents

Step-by-step

  1. 1Log in to ANEF.
  2. 2Select "Request renewal".
  3. 3Upload documents and submit.
  4. 4Download the extension attestation.
  5. 5Pick up the new card at the préfecture.

Things to watch out for

  • The extension attestation acts as a temporary permit.
  • Print the attestation before any travel.

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