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France
residency by investment
France offers two distinct routes for this profile. The long-stay Visitor route is for applicants with sufficient resources, accommodation and medical cover who agree not to work. The Talent Passport route supports a recognised innovative or business-creation project and requires evidence appropriate to that project. The routes have different rights and should not be presented as one fixed-price package.
Calculate the budget
- Investment
- from €35,000
- Timeline
- consulate and route specific
- Presence
- actual residence
- Family rights
- depend on the selected route
Investment options
Current routes in 2026
Long-stay Visitor (Visiteur)
Private residence with accommodation, medical cover and a formal commitment not to undertake professional activity in France.
from €1,478 / month
Talent Passport — innovative project
A recognised innovative or business-creation project supported by the required evidence, resources and financing for the selected subcategory.
€35,000
Process
From application to documents
Route assessment
Choose between private residence and an entrepreneurial project based on goals and evidence.
1–2 weeksSupporting file
Resources, accommodation and insurance for Visiteur, or project recognition and financial evidence for Talent Passport.
2–8 weeksLong-stay visa
Application to the competent French consulate and response to any document requests.
consulate-specificArrival formalities
Validate the visa or complete the residence-card process required for the issued category.
after entryWhat our support includes
Pre-application compliance screening
Work through a licensed agent in the jurisdiction
Document preparation and legalisation for the whole family
Investment and escrow coordination
Document delivery and post-approval support
Frequently asked questions
May a Visitor work in France?
No. The applicant formally agrees not to undertake professional activity in France.
Does every start-up require a fixed €35,000 payment?
No. Provider packages and statutory requirements are different. The evidence depends on the relevant Talent Passport subcategory and the project.
May the family accompany the applicant?
Family rights depend on the route. Talent Passport family status can include work rights, while Visitor family members are assessed under the applicable visitor conditions.
Programme consultation
We will plan the right route for your family
The form already includes your selected programme: France.
- 01Official participation threshold and government charges
- 02Family composition and applicable additions
- 03Timing, requirements and next steps
Quick enquiry
Discuss residency options
Share your goal, budget and preferred timing.