Applying for a visa for Applying for a visa for France? Make sure that you have the right level of insurance for success © macrovector on Freepik Don’t let French administration hold you back! If you’ve always dreamed of making the move to France but don’t know where to start, we’re here to help. Our friendly English-speaking team at French Connections HCB offers a support service in every aspect of French administration, visa applications, setting up a business, car registration, healthcare, buying and renovating a property, and much more. For help simply visit frenchconnectionshcb.com or call us on +33 1 85 65 74 98 to get started. Janine Marsh explains how there’s one thing that people often miss in their application – and it’s the major reason for a visitor visa being denied, and the second main reason for a business visa issue. Earlier this year a reader contacted me in a complete panic. She and her husband had applied for their long-term visa for France – and they’d been turned down. They had sold their house in the UK and bought a house in France that they couldn’t wait to move into. And they were devastated to be told ‘non’. With a deadline to reapply, they had no idea what they should do and asked me if I could help. This is not the first time I’ve had a cry for help message when it comes to visas, and I doubt it will be the last time. But I always start my reply the same way – did you get the proper healthcare insurance? “We do have fully comprehensive insurance that covers Europe and the Schengen area” came the reply. And that right there is the problem. It seems it’s not always clear what insurance you need. And when you’re turned down, you’re not given a reason. “I am just guessing at what might be missing?? How do you know if they have not itemised what is needed. I thought we fabulously easy. Insurance services for English speakers in France Medical Insurance Home Insurance Car Insurance Visa Insurance and more We work with more than 30 insurers and many more providers so we are always able to find the best and most affordable solution for your situation. We’ve got you covered. 33 (0)5 35 65 50 50 hello@fabfrenchinsurance.com www.fabfrenchinsurance.com 110 | The Good Life France The Good Life France | 111
