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How to get a French residence permit in 2026 for Russians and beyond

What is a French residence permit? Does it lead to citizenship in the future? Is it easy for Russians to get a residence permit? Do I need to open a French bank account in advance? On what grounds can I apply for a residence permit? Together with the immigration agency Easy-Visa, we have prepared a detailed guide.

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Taxes on the purchase of real estate in France

What taxes do buyers and homeowners pay in France? Have there been recent changes in tax legislation? Can citizens of Russia and Belarus make real estate transactions? We tell you in the material prepared jointly with experts from reputable agencies.

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"Affordable" Nice. Real estate Market Overview

The phrase "affordable Nice" sounds like an oxymoron, since it is known that the French Riviera is a concentration of luxury real estate and a point of attraction for wealthy foreigners from all over the world; However, the city is actually diverse, sometimes contradictory, and the housing supply here is diverse; We wondered what can be picked up in the price range of 200,000 -500,000 euros; Which areas should the buyer consider?

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Buying real estate with cryptocurrency

Hello, there is a cryptocurrency, I am a resident of France, is it possible to buy real estate with cryptocurrency?

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Hello. I am a citizen of Latvia (EU), I work and live in Germany. Will I be able to purchase a property in France with a mortgage? What are the requirements? ...

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Residence for sale in France

Hello, can I sell my residence in France at the moment, I am a resident of the Russian Federation?

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