Immigration law · Visas

Short-stay or long-stay visa —
and challenging a visa refusal.

The firm assists you with visa applications and challenges, within the deadlines, refusals issued by consulates and the appeals commission.

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Understanding

Short stay, long stay: two different logics

The short-stay visa (Schengen type) allows a stay of a few months, for tourism, a family visit or a business trip. The long-stay visa prepares a lasting move to France: spouse of a French national, student, employee, visitor.

Each application requires a precise file. A refusal, often barely reasoned, can be challenged — but the deadlines and procedure are strict.

The situations the firm handles

Short-stay visa (Schengen)
Tourism, family visits, business — preparing the file and sponsorship certificates.
Long-stay visa
Spouse of a French national, student, employee, visitor — preparing your move to France.
Visa refusal
Appeal before the commission (CRRV) then, if needed, before the Nantes administrative court.
Challenging a refusal

The steps to take after a refusal

A visa refusal cannot be challenged directly before the judge: you must first refer the matter to the appeals commission, within a short deadline. The firm secures every step:

01
Mandatory administrative appeal
Within thirty days of notification (art. D. 312-4): the appeals commission (CRRV) for a long-stay visa refusal, the deputy director for visas for a short-stay one (art. D. 312-3).
02
Court proceedings
If rejected, referral to the Nantes administrative court, which alone has jurisdiction over consular visa refusals (art. R. 312-18 of the Code of Administrative Justice).
03
Urgent procedure
Interim proceedings may be considered where the refusal causes serious and immediate harm to your rights.

Frequently asked questions

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A visa application or refusal?

Appeal deadlines are short. Contact the firm to review your options without delay.

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This page is for information purposes and does not constitute legal advice. The applicable conditions and procedures depend on your specific situation.