What you can and cannot do as a non-resident in France
Briefly

Foreigners with residency in France enjoy distinct rights and opportunities that differ significantly from those who merely own property or visit frequently. While second-home owners ponder their status, it's clear that simply owning property does not offer additional privileges. Non-residents face stricter limits, including a maximum stay of 90 days unless they have a residency card, and inability to access French healthcare and specific legal protections during emergencies. Therefore, the choice between maintaining non-resident status versus applying for residency carries substantial implications.
Simply owning property in France does not provide additional rights; residency grants access to services like healthcare, long-term stays, and essential legal protections.
Those holding residency status can enter France under restrictive conditions, especially during emergencies, unlike non-residents who hold no such privileges.
Read at The Local France
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