Complete guide to booking an appointment at the Bobigny Prefecture (93)

The Bobigny prefecture is the main administrative center of Seine-Saint-Denis (93). This guide explains how to book an appointment for your administrative procedures, the different available procedures, and our tips to get a slot more easily.

RDVHUB alert service for Bobigny

Appointments at the Bobigny prefecture are often fully booked. Our service monitors the prefecture's website 24/7 and alerts you by SMS as soon as a slot becomes available.

Types of appointments available at the Bobigny Prefecture

The Seine-Saint-Denis prefecture offers different categories of appointments:

CategoryAvailable services
Foreigners
  • First residence permit application
  • Residence permit renewal
  • Collection of residence permit
  • Application for a minor foreigner's travel document (DCEM)
  • Exchange of foreign driving license
Naturalization
  • Submission of naturalization application
  • French citizenship ceremony
  • Collection of naturalization decree
Driving license
  • Medical commissions
  • Exchange of foreign driving license
Other services
  • Submission of association files
  • Issuance of honorary medals
  • Various certificates

How to book an appointment at the Bobigny Prefecture

Appointments at the Bobigny prefecture are made exclusively online, via the official website of the Seine-Saint-Denis prefecture.

Step 1: Access the official website

Go to the official prefecture website at:

www.seine-saint-denis.gouv.fr/Prendre-un-rendez-vous

Note: Beware of sites offering paid appointments. Booking on the official website is always free.

Step 2: Select your procedure

On the homepage, several categories are offered:

  • Foreigners' residence
  • Naturalization
  • Driving license
  • Other procedures

Click on the category that matches your need.

Step 3: Choose a specific service

Once the category is selected, you must choose the specific service you need. For example:

  • For residence: "First application" or "Renewal"
  • For naturalization: "File submission" or "Decree collection"

Follow the instructions specific to your procedure.

Step 4: Check availability

The system will display a calendar with available slots (if any).

  • Select an available date (in green)
  • Then choose a time slot from those offered

Note: If no slot appears, all appointments are currently taken.

Step 5: Fill out the form

After choosing a slot, you will need to fill out a form with your contact details:

  • Last name and first name
  • Date of birth
  • Contact details (phone, email)
  • Information specific to your procedure

Step 6: Appointment confirmation

Once the form is validated:

  • You will receive a confirmation by email
  • This email will contain a QR code to present on the day of the appointment
  • Keep this confirmation carefully

It is recommended to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time.

Difficulties in getting an appointment at Bobigny

The Bobigny prefecture is one of the most in-demand in France, which makes it difficult to get appointments:

Frequently encountered problems

  • No available slots for several weeks
  • Released slots disappear in seconds
  • Need to check the site at any time of day or night
  • Difficulty getting an urgent appointment, even in critical situations (imminent expiration of permit)

Solutions to get an appointment more easily

1. Use RDVHUB for Bobigny

Our RDVHUB service continuously monitors the prefecture's website and alerts you as soon as a slot becomes available, giving you a real chance to get an appointment.

2. Check at strategic times

New slots are generally added:

  • Early in the morning (between 6am and 8am)
  • Late in the evening (after 10pm)
  • Midweek (Tuesday and Wednesday)
  • The first days of the month

3. Emergency alternative

For truly urgent situations (imminent expiration of permit, etc.), you can:

  • Send an email to [email protected] explaining your situation and attaching supporting documents
  • In some exceptional cases, you may be seen without an appointment or get a priority slot

4. Check the official website regularly

Cancellations can occur at any time, freeing up slots randomly.

Tip: Check especially at the beginning of the afternoon (after 2pm) when administrative services resume after lunch.

Address and access to the Bobigny Prefecture

Prefecture contact details

Seine-Saint-Denis Prefecture
1 Esplanade Jean Moulin
93007 Bobigny Cedex

Access:
Metro: Line 5, station "Bobigny - Pablo Picasso"
Tramway: T1, stop "Préfecture de Bobigny"

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm

Frequently asked questions about appointments at Bobigny

Last updated: April 2025