08/11/2024
Question that inspired this post(posted on 08/11/2024):
Has anyone renewed a titre de séjour in Paris after it had expired for more than 9 months?
I’m in a unique situation: I had a passeport talent titre de séjour, but it expired as I had left the country and was no longer living here. I then returned with my wife (Austrian) and applied for a new titre (I didn’t click the “I had one before” option, which I think complicated my situation). Recently, my dossier was closed, and I was told I needed to use my foreigner number (which I now have again) and go to the prefecture. It seems I should go to the Préfecture de Police in the 4th, which I tried visiting before but was denied entry without an appointment, and I haven’t found how to make one.
I’ve been in touch with the Défenseur des Droits, who contacted the prefecture to help me get an answer, and they’ve been supportive.
I’m American, by the way, so I’m particularly interested in hearing from others who’ve been in a similar situation with a spouse who’s European but not French.
Top Answer
Currently, I have many clients in the same situation, as ANEF blocks all procedures if a titre de séjour has expired for more than 9 months. Unfortunately, I haven't found any solution other than taking the matter to court.
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Based on the information you've provided, it seems you're in a complex situation regarding your residence permit (titre de séjour) renewal in Paris. Here's an analysis of your situation and some guidance:
Expired Titre de Séjour
Renewing a titre de séjour after it has expired for more than 9 months is an unusual situation. Typically, renewals should be requested 2 to 4 months before the expiration date.
In your case, the extended period of expiration and your departure from France have complicated matters.
Current Situation
Previous Passport Talent Titre de Séjour: This expired while you were out of the country.
New Application: You applied for a new titre de séjour upon return, without indicating your previous one.
Closed Dossier: Your recent application was closed, and you were instructed to use your foreigner number and go to the prefecture.
Préfecture de Police
The Préfecture de Police in the 4th arrondissement is indeed the correct place for residence permit matters in Paris
However, accessing services there can be challenging:
Appointments: Most services require an appointment, which can be difficult to obtain
Contact Methods:
Phone: You can try contacting them at 3430 (the cost of a local call)
Online: Check their website for appointment availability or contact forms
Recommendations
Urgent Appointment: Given your unique situation, try to secure an urgent appointment at the Préfecture de Police. Explain your situation in detail when requesting the appointment.
Document Preparation: Gather all relevant documents, including:
Your expired Passport Talent titre de séjour
Current passport
Proof of your return to France
Your marriage certificate (as your wife is Austrian, an EU citizen)
Any correspondence regarding your closed dossier
Proof of your current address in Paris
Seek Legal Assistance: Consider consulting with an immigration lawyer who specializes in complex cases. The Défenseur des Droits has been helpful, so maintain that contact.
EU Family Member Status: As the spouse of an Austrian citizen, you might be eligible for a residence card as a family member of an EU citizen. This could potentially simplify your situation.
Persistence: Given the difficulties in obtaining appointments, be persistent in your attempts to contact the prefecture. Try early in the morning or late in the evening when online systems might be less busy.
Written Explanation: Prepare a detailed written explanation of your situation, including timelines and reasons for the delay in renewal. This can be helpful when you finally get an appointment.
Remember, while your situation is complex, it's not insurmountable. The key is to be persistent, and well-prepared, and to seek professional help if needed. Good luck with your application process!
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