Validating your VLS-TS visa on ANEF

What this is

A long-stay visa marked VLS-TS acts as your residence permit for the first year, but only once you validate it online. You have 3 months from your date of entry to do this.

What it costs (updated 1 May 2026)

The validation tax stamp is now 300 EUR. A reduced rate of 100 EUR applies to students, trainees, au pairs, seasonal workers and family reunification cases.

What you need

How to do it

1. Go to the ANEF portal at administration-etrangers-en-france.interieur.gouv.fr.
2. Create an account and enter your visa number, date of entry and address.
3. Pay the tax stamp online.
4. Download and keep the confirmation - it is your proof of legal residence.

If you miss it

You are technically in an irregular situation and can be refused a renewal. Contact your prefecture immediately rather than waiting.