The Challenge

Obtaining the 10-year Long-term EU resident card is a significant goal for many, but the application is one of the most demanding. The primary challenge lies in proving five years of continuous legal residency, a task that becomes particularly complex when that time has been spent across different EU states. This complexity was amplified for applicants needing to justify absences from the EU resulting from the global travel restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, the application requires compiling extensive and detailed proof of financial stability and social integration over the entire five-year period.

Our Method

We deployed our specialized methodology to address these complexities and construct a robust application file. The initiative started with a comprehensive audit phase, in which we analyzed the client's entire five-year history against the strict legal requirements. To address the period of absence, we drafted a strategic explanatory letter that provided the necessary legal and personal context for the authorities. We then managed the compilation of all supporting documents, from financial records across two countries to proofs of social and professional integration in France.

Results

The outcome of our meticulous process was the submission of a transparent and fully compliant application, engineered to anticipate the administration's questions. This enabled a clear path to a positive decision, securing our client’s long-term future in France. Our work provided the client with the stability to pursue her professional and personal commitments, reaffirming her deep connection to the country.

Related services

– Work authorization applications (DREETS);– Change of status procedures;– Social security registration support.