Travel back to France from Spain in order to complete French Residency
We must go back to our primary house in France in order to complete our French Residency there. We are both UK passport holders but live permanently in France. Having tried both French and Spanish Consul contacts we have not been able to get a definitive answer.
Our Question is:
- Other than the covid neg test, what requirements must we meet to travel back to France?
- Is there restrictions on when travel is not allowed? i.e. night curfews and, if so, is there documentation in being that, allows exemption in order to complete the journey quickly at one go, thereby reducing possibly contact with others. If such documentation exists where can we get it
Best Answer
As of writing, there is no other requirement to enter France from within the European Economic Area (so including Spain but not the UK) than having a negative PCR test. Everybody is strongly encouraged to avoid traveling as much as possible but you are not legally required to justify the purpose of your trip or prove you are a resident as long as you stay within the EEA. There are additional restrictions for trips to Corsica, to French overseas territories and when coming from outside the EEA.
Once you are in France, the nightly curfew does apply to you and there is no blanket exception for long-distance travel by car. It's only allowed to be on the road during curfew (6 pm to 6 am) if you can show that your trip is essential (business that cannot be postponed, caring for a sick family member, etc.). You're also allowed to be outside of your residence for long-distance travel by plane, train or bus, for any purpose, as detailed on the form but, again, not if you are driving yourself long-distance.
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Can you travel between Spain and France?
Land borders are open. The Spanish government has implemented health requirements for those travelling overland from France into Spain by road or rail.Do I have to fill in a form to enter France?
The EU-PLF form is for travellers arriving on the territory of a European Union Member State. While rules to fill the form may vary between EU countries, it is compulsory for travellers who wish to enter France. The Eos electronic form is for travellers coming from 'orange' countries and territories.Can I travel without titre de Sejour?
The carte de s\xe9jour is only valid in France. To travel around the other Schengen countries you should have with you a valid passport or national identity card.How much is a PCR test in France?
COVID-19 testing in France The minimum cost of supervised COVID-19 tests in France is \u20ac44 for PCR tests and \u20ac22 for rapid antigen tests. Self-administered rapid antigen tests can be purchased from pharmacies.How to : Apply for your residency permit (Titre de Sejour) in France
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