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Post-Brexit CDS Renewal Guide 2025
Essential guide for British expats in France navigating the Carte de Séjour renewal process. This comprehensive resource covers timeline, required documents, prefecture procedures, and common pitfalls based on recent community experiences in the Chamonix valley. ✨
Article Points:
1
Start CDS renewal process 6 months before expiry - prefecture appointments book up quickly.
2
Required documents: current CDS, passport, proof of residence (under 3 months), employment/pension proof, health insurance, tax returns.
3
Online application must be submitted 3 months before expiry via your local prefecture website.
4
Book prefecture appointment immediately after online submission - some locations have 8-week wait times.
5
Keep physical copies of all documents and bring translation if needed for appointment.
6
Have backup travel plans - some renewals take longer than expected, affecting UK travel.
Post-Brexit CDS Renewal Guide 2025
flowchart TD
A[6 months before expiry] --> B[Gather Documents]
B --> C[Check Prefecture Website]
C --> D[3 months before expiry]
D --> E[Submit Online Application]
E --> F[Book Prefecture Appointment]
F --> G[Attend Appointment]
G --> H[Wait for Processing]
H --> I[Receive New CDS]
B --> B1[Current CDS and Passport]
B --> B2[Proof of Residence]
B --> B3[Employment or Pension Proof]
B --> B4[Health Insurance]
B --> B5[Tax Returns]
I --> J[Update Other Documents]
J --> K[Bank Insurance etc]
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