France's residence program via visa D offers foreigners the opportunity to live without a mandatory stay period. Required documents include a passport, proof of financial solvency (€50,000 per person), and rental or property ownership in France. The visa is processed within 5-10 days, followed by a medical exam. Benefits include the ability to live in France 365 days a year, EU-wide health insurance, the option to obtain permanent residency after 5 years, and eventual French citizenship.

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