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A Dutch, Italian or other European citizen who is based in France can hire a foreign employee.
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If the Employer is based in abroad and owns a property in France, what are the 2 Documents they should provide?
Taxe d'Habitacion and Taxe Fonciere
What is the main proof of Employers and Landlords address.
EDF
What are the main type of EDF Documents that are accepted?
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Limit on repeated renewal of temporary residence permit (Salarie and Family based permits).
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Allowing foreigners in Germany, to combat labor shortages, citizenship will be available after how many consecutive years of residency?
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Open for highly qualified foreign nationals, valid for 1 year and is renewable as long as requirements are met, family members can be brought if conditions are favorable and includes access to work for spouses.
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Long term work visa in Spain- is renewable indefinitely as long as requirement are continuously met. Validity how many year/s?.
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To live and work in Spain for short term period. Requirement are similar to long term work visa but with additional requirement such as proof of accommodation, employer provided travel; candidates commitment to return to their country of origin.
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Visa specific for foreign nationals coming to Spain for Au pair services and is renewable for 1 year at maximum for two.
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Study Notes
Schengen Visa
Schengen Area Countries
- 26 European countries that have abolished border controls and established a common visa policy
- Countries:
- Austria
- Belgium
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
Visa Application Process
- Apply for a Schengen visa at the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit
- Submit required documents:
- Valid passport
- Completed and signed application form
- Recent biometric passport photo
- Proof of travel arrangements (e.g. flight itinerary, hotel reservation)
- Proof of sufficient financial means (e.g. bank statement, proof of income)
- Health insurance covering at least €30,000
- Other documents may be required depending on the purpose of travel
- Pay the visa application fee (typically around €60)
- Wait for the visa decision (usually 15 days, but can take up to 60 days)
Travel Requirements
- Travel documents:
- Valid passport (must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay)
- Schengen visa (if required)
- Travel restrictions:
- Maximum stay of 90 days within any 180-day period
- Must have proof of onward travel or return ticket
- Must have sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay
- Border controls:
- May be subject to border checks when entering or exiting the Schengen Area
- Must declare cash exceeding €10,000 when entering or exiting the Schengen Area
Long-stay Visas
- For stays exceeding 90 days within any 180-day period
- Types of long-stay visas:
- Study visa
- Work visa
- Family reunion visa
- Retirement visa
- Other purposes (e.g. research, internship, volunteering)
- Application process:
- Submit application at the embassy or consulate of the country where you plan to reside
- Required documents may vary depending on the purpose of stay
- Waiting period typically longer than for short-stay visas (up to several months)
Schengen Visa
Schengen Area Countries
- The Schengen Area comprises 26 European countries that have abolished border controls and established a common visa policy, including Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, and more.
Visa Application Process
- Apply for a Schengen visa at the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit.
- Required documents include a valid passport, completed and signed application form, recent biometric passport photo, proof of travel arrangements, proof of sufficient financial means, health insurance, and other documents depending on the purpose of travel.
- The visa application fee is typically around €60.
- The visa decision process usually takes 15 days, but can take up to 60 days.
Travel Requirements
- Travel documents required include a valid passport (must be valid for at least three months beyond the intended stay) and a Schengen visa (if required).
- Maximum stay is 90 days within any 180-day period.
- Proof of onward travel or return ticket is required.
- Sufficient financial means to support yourself during your stay is required.
- Border controls may be subject to border checks when entering or exiting the Schengen Area.
- Cash exceeding €10,000 must be declared when entering or exiting the Schengen Area.
Long-stay Visas
- Long-stay visas are required for stays exceeding 90 days within any 180-day period.
- Types of long-stay visas include study visa, work visa, family reunion visa, retirement visa, and other purposes.
- The application process involves submitting an application at the embassy or consulate of the country where you plan to reside.
- Required documents may vary depending on the purpose of stay.
- The waiting period typically takes longer than for short-stay visas (up to several months).
Schengen Area
- Consists of 26 European countries that have abolished border controls and established a common visa policy
- Countries include Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland
Visa Application
- Two types of visas: short-stay (up to 90 days) and long-stay (over 90 days)
- Application requirements:
- Completed application form
- Valid passport
- Recent biometric data (fingerprints)
- Travel insurance
- Proof of financial means
- Documents supporting the purpose of stay
- Application process:
- Submit application at a Schengen embassy or consulate
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for the application to be processed (usually 15 calendar days)
- Collect the visa at the embassy or consulate
Long-stay Visas (D-Visas)
- Also known as national visas
- Issued for stays exceeding 90 days
- Types include:
- Study visa
- Work visa
- Family reunion visa
- Retirement visa
- Requirements:
- Meet specific requirements for the type of visa
- Show proof of language proficiency
- Provide proof of financial means
- Pass a medical exam (in some cases)
Travel Requirements
- Travel documents:
- Valid passport
- Schengen visa (if required)
- Border control:
- May be subject to border control when entering or exiting the Schengen Area
- Must not exceed the authorized stay period
- Must not engage in activities other than those specified in the visa
EU Citizenship
- Acquiring EU citizenship:
- Through naturalization (residency and language requirements)
- Through ancestry (if parents or grandparents are EU citizens)
- Benefits:
- Freedom to live, work, and study in any EU country
- Right to vote in local and European elections
- Access to social security and healthcare benefits
- Protection under EU law and diplomatic representations
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