Urgent: Guidance Needed After Losing My Residence Permit

25/11/2024

Question that inspired this post(posted on 25/11/2024):

Hello everyone, I lost my residence permit on Wednesday and urgently need guidance on the procedure to follow. It’s very important as I have pending administrative tasks to complete. Thank you in advance for your help!

Top Answers

1. "Request a duplicate on the prefecture website."

   
   

2. "You must make a declaration to the prefecture and you will have an application submitted as proof of administrative documents and subsequently the production of a new residence permit. (if your card was stolen, you must make a declaration of theft to the police station police so as not to have problems later) I take care of requests for renewal of residence permit requests for French nationality as well as change of driving license if necessary. You must request a duplicate completed questionnaire for the place where you lost your title in France or abroad."

   
   

3. "Declare a change of situation (loss/theft) on your ANEF account."

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If you have lost your residence permit (titre de séjour) in France, here are the steps you should follow to obtain a replacement:

Steps to Follow

1. Report the Loss:

   • Visit a local police station (commissariat de police or brigade de gendarmerie) to report the loss of your residence permit. You will receive a declaration (déclaration) confirming the loss, which is necessary for your replacement application(3)

2. Apply for a Duplicate (Duplicata):

   • Contact the local French administrative authority known as the préfecture or sous-préfecture in your department to apply for a duplicate of your residence permit. The application is typically done online through a tele-procedure(4)

   • Prepare the following documents for your application:

     • Declaration of loss from the police

     • Photocopy of the lost residence permit, if available

     • Passport (pages showing civil status, validity dates, and entry stamps)

     • Birth certificate (full copy or extract with parentage)

     • If applicable, your spouse's identity card and marriage certificate

     • Birth certificates of your children, if you have any

     • Proof of domicile less than 3 months old

     • Three recent photos

     • Proof of payment for the fee and/or stamp duty(1, 3)

3. Submit Your Application:

   • Complete and apply online. Ensure all required documents are included to avoid delays.

4. Pay Applicable Fees:

   • The issuance of a duplicate is subject to payment, typically done via tax stamps(1)

5. Await Processing:

   • Processing times can vary, so apply as soon as possible.

6. Collect Your New Permit:

   • Once approved, follow instructions from the préfecture on how to collect your new residence permit.

Additional Support

• If you need assistance during this process, organizations like La Cimade and Gisti offer support and legal advice to immigrants in France(3)

• For more detailed guidance or if you encounter issues, consider reaching out to these organizations or consulting with a legal professional specializing in immigration law.

By following these steps, you can efficiently address the loss of your residence permit and continue with your pending administrative tasks in France.