Okay, so, I wanted to get myself a French Guiana ID card. You know, just in case. Figured it might be a good idea to have one, plus it sounded like a bit of an adventure to get it done.
First thing, I started poking around online. Lots of sites talking about visas and passports, but not so much on just a plain ID card. Found out some folks can visit French Guiana without a visa – places like Anguilla, Aruba, some European countries. But I needed the ID, not a visa.
There was this site, talking about the France-visas website. Figured I’d check it out, see if they had anything about ID cards. They did have a section about official French identity documents, but it was mostly about passports and stuff for foreigners. Not exactly what I was looking for.

Then I stumbled on this other place, offering a “fast and simple” application process. They wanted a copy of my driver’s license, a handwritten signature, and a color ID photo. Seemed a bit sketchy, but I was getting desperate. Plus I heard about a company called Accura Scan that does ID verification. That sounded legit, so maybe this place is the real deal?
- Started digging online: Lots of visa info, not much on ID cards.
- Checked out France-visas: Mostly passports, not regular IDs.
- Found a “fast” application site: Needed my license, signature, and photo.
- Heard about Accura Scan: Made the “fast” site seem maybe okay.
But then, I hit a bit of a breakthrough. I found out you can also apply for a smart ID card online with eHome Affairs. But it sounded like it’s a real waiting game with those old green ID books, could take 6-7 years! Also, it seems you gotta apply in person, at a town hall with a special registration station. If you’re under 18, you need a parent or guardian with you. And they take fingerprints for anyone over 12. A whole process, for sure.
After all that, I filled out the application form, attached my documents, and sent it in. Now I’m just waiting. It’s not a quick thing, that’s for sure. Will keep you all posted on how it goes!
Key Steps:
- Online application: Filled it out, sent it off.
- Documents: Driver’s license, signature, photo – all attached.
- Waiting game: Now it’s just a matter of time.
So, that’s where I’m at with this French Guiana ID card thing. It’s been a bit of a wild ride, but I’m learning a lot along the way. Hopefully, I’ll have that ID in hand soon enough!