€225 for temporary/multi-year permits, €269 for 10-year cards (tax + stamp). Additional costs for translations/medical exams.

Reasons: Insufficient residence, missing documents, or unmet criteria. Appeal within 2 months or reapply; consult immigration lawyers.

Spain’s renewals extend to 4 years (previously 2) for work permits; France maintains 1-4 years based on permit type, with stricter language rules.

Carte de Séjour renewal is general; Passeport Talent renewal (e.g., researchers) requires specific purpose (e.g., hosting agreement) but has fewer restrictions.

Yes, spouses/children renew with sponsor’s permit, providing relationship proof and meeting language/residence rules.

Valid permit, proof of purpose (e.g., job, family), resources (€21,621.60/year min), health insurance, A2 French for multi-year or B1 for 10-year permits, and 183+ days/year in France.

Non-EU residents in Spain must renew in France via ANEF/prefecture; consult French consulates (e.g., Barcelona) for guidance.

Must prove 183+ days/year in France (e.g., utility bills, tax records). 2024 law tightened enforcement for renewals.

A2 French for multi-year permits, B1 for 10-year cards (exempt if over 65); mandatory since July 2025.

Temporary: 1 year; multi-year: up to 4 years; long-term: 10 years (renewable). Matches original purpose duration.

1-2 months; 2025 reforms aim for 15-60 days, but ANEF delays reported due to technical issues.

Apply online via ANEF or at the prefecture 2-4 months before expiry. Non-EU residents in Spain may need to consult French consulates (e.g., Madrid) for initial steps.

Passport, current permit, proof of purpose (e.g., contract, marriage certificate), income (payslips), address, insurance, A2/B1 French certificate (2025 rules), and translations.

Non-EU/EEA residents with temporary (1 year), multi-year (up to 4 years), or long-term (10 years) permits. EU citizens (e.g., Spaniards) don’t need it but may renew for non-EU family.

Non-EU/EEA nationals must apply for renewal at the prefecture or online (ANEF) 2-4 months before expiry, submitting updated documents and proof of habitual residence (183+ days/year in France).