Typical case: the 10-year carte de résident for the husband or wife of a French citizen. You need at least 3 years of marriage (1 year for Tunisian nationals) and a genuine shared life.
- Documents showing 3 years of legal residence in France.service-public.gouv.fr (F2208, in French) →
- With its transcription into the French civil register if you married abroad.service-public.gouv.fr (F2208, in French) →
- A digital ID photo, with its code.service-public.gouv.fr (F2208, in French) →
- Signed by both spouses, with evidence of your life together.service-public.gouv.fr (F2208, in French) →
- If it applies to your situation.service-public.gouv.fr (F2208, in French) →
- TCF or TEF (all 4 parts, valid for 2 years), DELF, DALF, a French national diploma at level 3 or above… Diplomas issued abroad are not accepted. Not required over 65.Do I need the civic exam? →Guide: A2, B1, B2 →service-public.gouv.fr (F34501, in French) →
- It does not expire. Not required over 65. Keep your copy: CCI Paris Île-de-France only archives certificates for 2 years.Practise: free quiz →Do I need the civic exam? →service-public.gouv.fr (F39530, in French) →
- Signed with every first application and every renewal.service-public.gouv.fr (F38329, in French) →
Good to know
- When you collect the card: the OFII medical certificate.
- Cost: €350, plus €180 if you apply late.
- Apply on ANEF, 4 to 2 months before your permit expires.
An indicative list: the list that counts is the one on ANEF or from the préfecture when you apply, and it may include other documents.
Information, not legal advice. Updated 13 October 2026.