France is a country with a strong commitment to providing healthcare to its citizens and residents. This commitment extends to foreigners who are in need of medical care. If you are a foreigner who is sick and you need to come to France for treatment, you may be eligible for a residence permit for health reasons.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for a residence permit for health reasons, you must meet the following criteria:

• Your state of health must require medical care that is not available in your country of origin.
• You must have been residing in France for at least one year.
• You must be able to support yourself financially while you are in France.

The Application Process

Once you have met the eligibility criteria, you can apply for a residence permit for health reasons at the prefecture in your area. The application process includes submitting the following documents:

• A medical report from a doctor in France states that you need medical care that is not available in your country of origin.
• Proof of residence in France, such as a rental agreement or utility bill.
• A financial statement showing that you have enough money to support yourself while you are in France.
• In fact, you can apply for this titre de séjour even if and when your papers aren’t up to date ie sans papiers.

The Decision-Making Process

The decision of whether or not to grant you a residence permit for health reasons will be made by the prefecture. The prefecture will consider all of the information you have submitted, including your medical report, your proof of residence, and your financial statement.

The Duration of the Residence Permit

If your application is approved, you will be granted a temporary residence permit for health reasons. This permit will be valid for the duration of your treatment. You may be eligible to renew your permit if your treatment is ongoing.

Known and Unknown Cases

There are many known and unknown cases of foreigners who have been granted residence permits for health reasons in France. For example, in 2017, a 25-year-old woman from Algeria was granted a residence permit for health reasons after she was diagnosed with leukemia. She had been living in France for two years at the time of her diagnosis, and she was unable to receive the necessary treatment in Algeria.

In another case, a 50-year-old man from India was granted a residence permit for health reasons after he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. He had been living in France for five years at the time of his diagnosis, and he was unable to receive the necessary treatment in India.

These are just two examples of the many cases of foreigners who have been granted residence permits for health reasons in France. The application process can be complex, but it is possible to be successful if you meet the eligibility criteria and provide all of the necessary documentation.

If you are a foreigner who is sick and you need to come to France for treatment, you may be eligible for a residence permit for health reasons. The application process can be complex, but it is important to remember that you are not alone. There are many resources available to help you through the process.

We hope that this piece has been helpful. If you are interested in applying for a residence permit for health reasons, we encourage you to visit the website of the French Office for Immigration and Integration (OFII). This specific page of the OFII website has a wealth of information about the application process, including a list of the required documents and many other tips you may not be aware of.

Disclaimer: Note that this piece provides general information and guidance. For specific legal advice, consult relevant authorities or immigration or legal professionals.