{"id":11652,"date":"2025-08-11T23:31:58","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T20:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/?p=11652\/"},"modified":"2025-12-28T10:46:46","modified_gmt":"2025-12-28T07:46:46","slug":"12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Steps to Marrying a Russian Woman in France"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Marrying a foreign woman in France \u2013 especially if she\u2019s Russian \u2013 is both exciting and challenging. It\u2019s a mix of love, cultural discovery, and\u2026 a fair bit of paperwork. Every year, thousands of men in France marry foreign women \u2013 Russian, Ukrainian, Moroccan, and many others. But how do you actually make it happen? What\u2019s the process? Which documents do you need? And how do you make sure your marriage is recognized so you can start your life together without trouble?<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11647\" src=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige1-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a straightforward 12-step guide to help you work through everything in the right order.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f2d090e500f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f2d090e500f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#1_Understand_the_legal_rules_first\" >1. Understand the legal rules first<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#2_Visit_your_local_city_hall\" >2. Visit your local city hall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#3_Gather_the_required_documents\" >3. Gather the required documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#4_Translate_and_apostille_the_documents\" >4. Translate and apostille the documents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#5_Choose_your_witnesses_early\" >5. Choose your witnesses early<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#6_File_your_marriage_application\" >6. File your marriage application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#7_Publication_of_the_banns\" >7. Publication of the banns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#8_Attend_the_pre-wedding_interview\" >8. Attend the pre-wedding interview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#9_The_civil_wedding\" >9. The civil wedding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#10_Register_the_marriage_in_Russia_optional_but_useful\" >10. Register the marriage in Russia (optional but useful)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#11_Apply_for_your_wifes_residence_permit\" >11. Apply for your wife\u2019s residence permit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#12_Start_your_life_together\" >12. Start your life together<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#If_youre_still_looking_for_a_partner\" >If you\u2019re still looking for a partner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#In_short\" >In short<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#FAQ_%E2%80%93_Common_Questions\" >FAQ \u2013 Common Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#Can_you_get_married_in_France_on_a_tourist_visa\" >Can you get married in France on a tourist visa?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#What_documents_are_needed\" >What documents are needed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#How_long_does_it_take\" >How long does it take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#What_rights_does_a_foreign_spouse_of_a_French_citizen_have\" >What rights does a foreign spouse of a French citizen have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/12-steps-to-marrying-a-russian-woman-in-france\/#What_if_the_wedding_takes_place_in_Russia\" >What if the wedding takes place in Russia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Understand_the_legal_rules_first\"><\/span>1. Understand the legal rules first<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you start collecting papers, make sure you know the legal requirements. In France, marrying a foreigner is legal as long as both people are over 18, unmarried, and give their consent freely.<\/p>\n<p>If you met abroad or through an international dating site, be aware that France applies strict rules to prevent so-called \u201csham\u201d or \u201cgrey\u201d marriages. The registrar can even order an investigation to make sure the marriage isn\u2019t just for a residence permit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Visit_your_local_city_hall\"><\/span>2. Visit your local city hall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Your first stop should be the mairie (city hall) where you live. They\u2019ll explain how to put your file together and exactly what documents to bring. Some city halls ask you to make an appointment, others simply hand you a form to fill in.<\/p>\n<p>This is also the time to find out about deadlines and to ask questions about things like publishing the banns, how many witnesses you need, and which translations are required.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Gather_the_required_documents\"><\/span>3. Gather the required documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The file is the foundation of your application. For a <a href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/russian-women-features-a-closer-look-at-slavic-beauty-and-cultural-identity\/\">marriage to a Russian woman<\/a>, you\u2019ll usually be asked for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A full copy of your birth certificate issued within the last three months<\/li>\n<li>A full copy of your fianc\u00e9e\u2019s Russian birth certificate, apostilled in Russia and translated by a sworn translator in France.<\/li>\n<li>Her valid international passport.<\/li>\n<li>A certificate of single status or certificate of capacity to marry, issued by Russian authorities or the Russian consulate in France.<\/li>\n<li>A certificate of custom confirming she\u2019s legally allowed to marry under Russian law.<\/li>\n<li>Proof of your address, such as a utility bill or housing certificate.<\/li>\n<li>ID and addresses for your witnesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If she\u2019s been married before, you\u2019ll also need her apostilled and translated divorce decree. These requirements make sure your marriage follows both French law and her country\u2019s law.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Translate_and_apostille_the_documents\"><\/span>4. Translate and apostille the documents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many couples underestimate this step. France requires all foreign official documents to be apostilled in the country where they were issued and then translated in France by a translator accredited by a Court of Appeal.<\/p>\n<p>Expect to pay roughly \u20ac30\u2013\u20ac60 per document, depending on the language and city. And note: translations done in Russia, even by a notary, are not accepted.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Choose_your_witnesses_early\"><\/span>5. Choose your witnesses early<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You\u2019ll need at least one witness per spouse (and up to two each). Choosing French witnesses can make things easier since it avoids extra translation or paperwork.<\/p>\n<p>They\u2019ll need to give you a copy of their ID and their contact details, so it\u2019s best to arrange this early on.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11648\" src=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige2-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_File_your_marriage_application\"><\/span>6. File your marriage application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once everything\u2019s ready, return to city hall to submit your file. Without this, the wedding date can\u2019t be set. The minimum wait is usually one month to allow for publication of the banns, but with international paperwork, starting two to three months ahead is safer.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Publication_of_the_banns\"><\/span>7. Publication of the banns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The banns \u2013 a 10-day public notice posted at city hall \u2013 are required for any marriage in France. If your fianc\u00e9e still lives in Russia, a notice will also be sent to the French consulate there to be posted locally.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Attend_the_pre-wedding_interview\"><\/span>8. Attend the pre-wedding interview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes, especially with international couples, the mayor or a registrar will invite you to an interview. This is just to confirm the marriage is genuine. If your future wife doesn\u2019t speak French, you\u2019ll need an interpreter.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a normal step in mixed-nationality marriages \u2013 just answer honestly and be yourselves.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_The_civil_wedding\"><\/span>9. The civil wedding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On the big day, the ceremony takes place at city hall. You\u2019ll sign the marriage certificate, which makes your union official under French law. You\u2019ll need this certificate later for things like applying for a residence card or registering for social security.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Register_the_marriage_in_Russia_optional_but_useful\"><\/span>10. Register the marriage in Russia (optional but useful)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Although your marriage is valid in France, Franco-Russian couples often find it helpful to register it in Russia. This can make travel and administrative steps there much easier, and it can also help with inheritance matters.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Apply_for_your_wifes_residence_permit\"><\/span>11. Apply for your wife\u2019s residence permit<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After the wedding, your wife can apply for a \u201cprivate and family life\u201d residence card \u2013 the standard permit for spouses of French citizens. This card allows her to work and travel in the Schengen area.<\/p>\n<p>After three years, she can apply for a 10-year resident card, and after four years of living together, she may apply for French citizenship.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Start_your_life_together\"><\/span>12. Start your life together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once the paperwork is behind you, it\u2019s time for the most important part \u2013 living together as a couple. You might choose to have a religious ceremony (for example, an Orthodox wedding in Russia), throw a big family celebration, or simply enjoy your new daily life.<\/p>\n<p>If you get married abroad, remember: you\u2019ll need to have the marriage officially transcribed by the French authorities for it to be fully recognized in France.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"If_youre_still_looking_for_a_partner\"><\/span>If you\u2019re still looking for a partner<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t yet met the right woman, you might want to try trusted sites like <a href=\"https:\/\/ukreine.com\/en\/\">ukreine.com<\/a>. It\u2019s a reputable platform for meeting genuine Russian and <a href=\"https:\/\/ukreine.com\/en\/single-russian-and-ukrainian-women-to-date\/\">Ukrainian women<\/a> who are interested in serious, committed relationships. They also offer discreet support to help couples move from meeting to marriage smoothly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11649\" src=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-219x146.jpg 219w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/marrige3-113x75.jpg 113w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_short\"><\/span>In short<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whether your partner is Algerian, Moroccan, Russian, or Tunisian, the essentials are the same: a sincere relationship and a well-prepared application. Follow these 12 steps, add patience and genuine affection, and your <a href=\"https:\/\/femme-ukraine.com\/en\/best-way-to-find-a-ukrainian-wife\/\">international marriage<\/a> will be the start of a shared life between two cultures \u2013 not just a legal formality.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_%E2%80%93_Common_Questions\"><\/span>FAQ \u2013 Common Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_get_married_in_France_on_a_tourist_visa\"><\/span>Can you get married in France on a tourist visa?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. But remember, a short-stay visa doesn\u2019t automatically lead to a long-term residence permit. Your spouse will need to apply for a long-stay \u201cprivate and family life\u201d visa.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_documents_are_needed\"><\/span>What documents are needed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Typically: apostilled and translated birth certificate, certificate of single status or capacity to marry, passport, proof of address, and witness ID.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_it_take\"><\/span>How long does it take?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Usually two to four months, depending on how quickly you get the translations and Russian documents.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_rights_does_a_foreign_spouse_of_a_French_citizen_have\"><\/span>What rights does a foreign spouse of a French citizen have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>They can get a residence card, work, access social security, and eventually apply for citizenship.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_the_wedding_takes_place_in_Russia\"><\/span>What if the wedding takes place in Russia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to have it transcribed by the French consulate for it to be officially recognized in France.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Marrying a foreign woman in France \u2013 especially if she\u2019s Russian \u2013 is both exciting and challenging. It\u2019s a mix of love, cultural discovery, and\u2026 a fair bit of paperwork. Every year, thousands of men in France marry foreign women \u2013 Russian, Ukrainian, Moroccan, and many others. But how do you actually make it happen? What\u2019s the process? Which documents do you need? And how do you make sure your marriage is recognized so you can start your life together without trouble? Here\u2019s a straightforward 12-step guide to help you work through everything in the right order. 1. Understand the legal rules first Before you start collecting papers, make sure you know the legal requirements. In France, marrying a foreigner is legal as long as both people are over 18, unmarried, and give their consent freely. 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