Access to French healthcare, education, and social system
Automatic relocation for family members
French Talent Visas – Passeport Talent
Residence permits for high-value professionals: founders, artists, highly skilled employees, as well as internationally recognized individuals in various sectors: from art and literature to science and sports.
Depending on your profile, you may be eligible for a specific Talent Visa category.
Depending on your profile, you may be eligible for a specific Talent Visa category.
Residence permit valid for up to 4 years (renewable)
No work authorisation required
Pathway to French citizenship after 5 years (or after 2 years in certain cases)
How we can help
A 1-hour strategic call to assess your eligibility, provide you with a personalised application plan and address all your questions. Includes a customized relocation plan, reference PDF-guide with all key information and document templates, and 3 days of follow-up support.
A comprehensive review of documents prepared by the applicant to ensure compliance with legal and administrative standards, as well as translation and legalization requirements.
We will support you throughout the entire process – from eligibility assessment and document preparation to submission and post-arrival steps in France, including renewals and status change strategy.
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Documents Preparation & Review
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Who is eligible?
01
Startup founders & entrepreneurs
Talent Visa for Startup Founders
02
IT specialists, engineers, finance and legal professionals, marketing managers, and other skilled employees
03
Artists, performers & creatives
Talent Visa for Artists
04
Scientists, researchers & academics
Talent Visa for Researches
05
Senior executives & company directors
Talent Visa for Company Directors
06
Public figures & internationally recognised experts
Talent Visa for Internationally Renowned Individuals
FAQ — French Visiteur Visa (Visa Long Séjour Visiteur)
The Visiteur Visa is a long-stay visa for individuals who wish to live in France for more than 90 days without working. It is commonly used by retirees, financially independent individuals, and people joining family members who are not EU citizens.
You may apply if you:
- Do not plan to work or conduct business in France.
- Can prove stable financial means (savings, pension, passive income, sponsor, etc.).
- Can show accommodation in France (rental contract, property deed, hosting attestation).
- Have comprehensive medical insurance covering your entire stay.
- Have a valid passport and a clean immigration record.
No. Paid work or commercial activity is strictly prohibited.
You may, however, manage personal investments or receive income from outside France.
You may, however, manage personal investments or receive income from outside France.
Typically, one year, renewable annually from France.
After 5 consecutive years, you may be eligible for a 10-year residence card.
After 5 consecutive years, you may be eligible for a 10-year residence card.
Applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds to live in France without working. Examples include: pension statements, bank savings, income from abroad, a financial guarantee from a sponsor (e.g., spouse or parent)
We recommend showing at least 22,000€ per adult per year, which corresponds to the French minimum wage.
We recommend showing at least 22,000€ per adult per year, which corresponds to the French minimum wage.
Yes. Spouses typically apply as “visiteur” as well. Children usually receive long-stay visas as dependents.
On average:
- Preparing a visa dossier: 1—3 weeks
- Booking an appointment: a couple of days – 1,5 months, depending on the consulate
- Processing time after submission: 1–8 weeks, depending on the consulate
Yes. A Visiteur Visa (VLS-TS) allows travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days per 180 days outside of France.
Yes. You may renew it annually at your local prefecture as long as you continue to meet financial requirements, maintain medical coverage, and respect the “no work” condition.
After 5 years of continuous legal stay, visiteur visa holders may apply for a 10-year residence card. But this visa does not open a path to French citizenship for individuals remaining exclusively in “visiteur” status.