Can second home owners in France get a carte de séjour?
Can second home owners in France get a carte de séjour? The carte de séjour is the French residency card - there are, however, several different types of carte de séjour and not all of them are suitable for second-home owners.
What is 183 rule in France?
Whatever your nationality, you will be considered as a tax resident of France (subject to global tax regulations) if you meet one of the following criteria: you have your home or main place of residence in France. As a general rule, you are a resident of France if you spend more than 183 days a year in France.
How long can you live in France without residency?
However, if you want to stay longer than 90 days at a time, then you will need to apply for a visa. The process is quite simple and only costs €99. There are 2 visa options, both of which relate to temporary stays in France (of less than 12 months):