Where to go in Aix-en-Provence
Use the official sites below to check the responsible service, application method and appointment requirements. Not every procedure is handled by the prefecture. Contact the association to discuss available support.
Key points in 30 seconds
- Identify the right permit.
- Gather and scan documents.
- Create an ANEF account and apply.
Types of permits
VLS-TS long-stay visa (validated online), 1-year temporary card (employee, private & family life, student…), multi-year card (2–4 years), 10-year resident card. Temporary protection beneficiaries (Ukraine) receive a specific APS renewed by government decision.
Advice from the association
Don't leave this procedure to the last minute — come and see us.
ANEF or prefecture?
Most applications go through the ANEF platform, where you track your file and download the extension certificate. The prefecture then invites you for fingerprints and card collection.
Common mistake
Applying late or after expiry.
When to renew
Apply within the last two months before your card expires. Being late can interrupt benefits and employment.
Common mistake
Unreadable or incomplete scans.
Cost
A tax stamp (timbre fiscal) is paid when the card is issued. Applying on ANEF is free — never pay intermediaries for appointments.
Common mistake
Paying intermediaries.
Common mistake
Inconsistent addresses.
Step by step
- 1Identify the right permit.
- 2Gather and scan documents.
- 3Create an ANEF account and apply.
- 4Keep the filing / extension certificate.
- 5Attend the prefecture appointment.
- 6Collect the card and check the details.
Documents needed
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FAQ
Can I work during renewal?
If you applied on time and hold an extension certificate, your previous rights are generally maintained.
ANEF isn't working — what now?
Take dated screenshots, use the ANEF contact form and the prefecture's digital help desk. We help you write the request.
Is the association's help free?
We help everyone who contacts us. Terms depend on your situation: the cost of support is set after an initial consultation about your case.
Where do I find the e-photo code for ANEF?
It is printed on the photo sheet from an ANTS-approved booth or photographer: 22 characters (letters and digits). You enter it in the ANEF application instead of uploading a photo.