Immigration law · Paris
The firm assists people who have received an OQTF in identifying the deadlines, available remedies and supporting documents that must be gathered quickly.
Definition
An OQTF is an administrative decision issued by the prefect ordering a foreign national to leave France. It usually provides a period for voluntary departure, generally 30 days, but may also require departure without delay.
Receiving an OQTF does not necessarily mean that removal is inevitable. You have the right to challenge the decision before a court.
Deadlines
The deadline starts on notification—that is, on the day you receive or sign the document—not when you read or become aware of it later.
Documents
Read the document carefully and identify the notification date, the stated deadline and appeal routes.
Gather evidence of residence, work and family life, identity documents, and proof of your presence and length of residence in France.
Do not leave France before consulting a lawyer, unless you have decided to depart voluntarily.
Expertise
Review every page, the reasons and any accompanying measures.
Establish the date and method of notification before calculating a deadline.
Organise the relevant evidence of residence, family, work and personal circumstances.
Prepare the appropriate appeal and urgent applications where legally relevant.
Frequently asked questions
An OQTF is a decision issued by the prefect ordering a foreign national to leave France. It may allow voluntary departure or require departure without delay.
The deadline depends on the circumstances: 30 days in the general case, 7 days where the person is subject to an assignation à résidence, and 48 hours in administrative detention.
Read the complete decision, check notification, identify the deadline, seek advice promptly and gather the relevant supporting documents.
Initial consultation
Send every page of the decision, the envelope or notification record, and the main documents describing your situation in France.