What to Do If You Lose Your French Residence Card?

Losing your residence card can be stressful, whether you're a European citizen or a family member of an EU citizen. Fortunately, there is a procedure to obtain a duplicate and regularize your situation. This article outlines the steps you need to take based on your status.

Summary Table of Procedures

How to Apply for a Duplicate? 

  1. Check if a duplicate is mandatory
  • EU citizens: Requesting a duplicate is optional. 
  • Non-European family members: You must request a duplicate. 
  1. Gather the required documents

Ensure you have all necessary documents (see table above). 

  1. Apply online

The process is exclusively done via the official ANEF platform: 
👉 Submit your request here 

  1. Receive your duplicate

Once validated, you will receive a duplicate with the same validity as your original residence card. 

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Need Assistance? We Are Here to Help! 

At Blue Bridge, we assist EU citizens and their families with all administrative procedures in France. For personalized guidance, book a free 15-minutes consultation with our attorney Yuliana Colorado. 

REFERENCE 
Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister). (2023, December 4). Loss of residence permit by European or family member. Service-Public.fr. Retrieved from https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F847