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What should I write in the "place of issue" field of my passport when applying through the French Embassy in Paris?

Anthony ************
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Hi everyone,

I have a question for those who applied through the French Embassy in Paris.

What did you write in the "place of issue" field of your passport?

I know this has been debated for months. Some people recommend writing exactly what’s printed on the passport, but I’ve also heard of applications being denied for that and advised instead to write the country name. What’s the right approach? The embassy is unreachable by phone and doesn’t respond to emails.

Thanks to anyone who knows!
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The conversation revolves around the correct way to fill out the "place of issue" field in the passport when applying for a visa through the French Embassy in Paris. There are conflicting opinions on whether to write exactly what's printed on the passport or to use the country name. Some users suggest using 'FRANCE' and share that it worked for them, while others recommend sticking to the exact wording on the passport.
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Morgane **********
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I made a post about Paris embassy last week and I answered that question. I put FRANCE and got approved, also emailed them and they said its ok.
Henrik *****
Henrik *****
Search with the embassy name.
Pete *******
Pete *******
You write exactly what is in the passport. For example my UK passport place of issue is HMPO. (His Majesty’s Passport Office)

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