France
- A multi-year residence permit for skilled workers, founders and investors.
- Issued for up to four years and renewable.
- Family members receive an accompanying 'famille' residence permit with work rights.
Visa type
Business
Up to 4 years
Process Time
2-4 Months
Government fees
€225
Difficulty
Medium
Quality of Life
Quality
209.8
- Pollution
- 42.3
- Traffic Commute
- 34.9
- Safety Index
- 48.6
- Cost of living
- 64.7
Eligibility Needs
Qualifying Category
Qualified employee, EU Blue Card, innovative company founder, or investor category.
Salary or Investment Threshold
Employment categories require a salary above the applicable multiple of the French minimum wage.
Project Approval
Founders and investors need recognition of the economic project by the relevant authority.
Step-by-step application roadmap
What happens from preparation to visa stamping.
- 1
Profile & document preparation
Collect your passport, credentials, financial proof and translations.
- 2
Application submission
File the official forms online and pay the government fees.
- 3
Government review & biometrics
Attend biometrics, interviews and respond to any requests for evidence.
- 4
Decision & visa stamping
Receive the decision, collect your visa and plan your arrival.
Why this visa fits your profile
What the Smart Analysis checks for this pathway
- Qualifying Category — Qualified employee, EU Blue Card, innovative company founder, or investor category.
- Salary or Investment Threshold — Employment categories require a salary above the applicable multiple of the French minimum wage.
- Project Approval — Founders and investors need recognition of the economic project by the relevant authority.
We only show a result after evaluating your own answers against the written requirements. Meeting them is not an invitation or an approval.
Check My EligibilityInformation is updated based on official immigration sources.
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