Returning to France as a resident

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I'm British and have been living in France for just over 5 years. I am a resident without official residency papers (I don't have to have these until June, due to brexit).

I've been visiting my parents in the UK over Christmas and now wish to return home.

Under the new lockdown laws, can I return to France during lockdown? Or should I panic and try to get tested and book travel before Wednesday?

I have no transport booked yet.



Best Answer

I've just been turned away from the plane.

This is despite being a resident in France for 5 years. To be clear for anyone thinking about planning the trip, I took:

  • appartement contract
  • work contract
  • letter from my employer stating that they needed me in France
  • PCR test
  • utility bill
  • carte vitale

My airline was BA. They repeatedly said that I must have either:

  • a resident card
  • a french passport

They stated also that the rules were changed last night, I assume they are referring to this. Which states clearly that any habitual resident of France may re-enter the country.

Anyone looking to travel should probably contact their airline first to be absolutely clear on what is required as proof of residency.

Edit: I saw a woman pass with an application for residency. I've also heard people passing in the past with an application.




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