Obtaining Visiteur Status for Refugees’ Parents
Obtaining Visiteur status for refugees' parents in France may be easier than obtaining a tourist visa. Learn about the requirements and procedures.
Foreigners with refugee status in France can apply for Visiteur status for their parents. This can be even easier than obtaining a tourist Schengen visa.
Often, when applying for a tourist visa, there are refusals, as consulates fear that relatives may seek asylum. However, this approach does not apply to Visiteur status.
If a relative resides legally in France and can financially support their parents, they can apply for Visiteur status. This means confirming the availability of sufficient income or funds to support themselves and their parents.
If there is no regular income, the availability of funds in the account is considered, usually around 50,000 euros.
Thus, being in France in any legal status, one can apply for Visiteur status for their parents, allowing them to obtain a residence permit and avoid the constant need for Schengen visas.