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Non-EU family member of EU citizen — Permanent residence card

New CaledoniaLong-term residence

Explore the five recorded questions, answers and sources for this pathway.

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What exact status does accumulated residence lead to?

The same permanent-residence card as EU citizens ('Citoyen UE - Séjour permanent - Toutes activités professionnelles'), issued to non-EU family members with a 10-year duration.

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Which types of residence count fully, partially or not at all where the official rules specify this?

The host's right of residence during the previous 5 years must be proven (unless the host already holds a permanent residence card), together with the family link at the time of application. The official source does not state whether any residence counts only partially or not at all.

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  • Partial counting rules not stated

What absence/continuity rules affect accumulation of the qualifying residence period?

Residence must be continuous for 5 years; continuity is evidenced by rent or service-charge receipts, invoices, bank documents, tax documents etc., one document per semester. The official source does not state which absences are tolerated.

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  • Tolerated absences during accumulation not stated

What other major conditions apply, how is the status obtained, and what renewal, document-validity, retention or loss rules matter?

Renewal requires a sworn statement certifying no absence from France for more than 2 consecutive years since acquiring the permanent right of residence. The official source does not state other conditions or how the card is obtained.

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  • Other loss rules not stated

These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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