France Talent Passport
The France Talent Passport allows investors to gain residency in France by investing a minimum of €300,000 in the economy, with potential approval within three months. This program offers a renewable four-year residence permit for the investor and their family, including spouses and children under 18. After five years of residency, applicants may qualify for permanent residency or citizenship, subject to language proficiency. With no specific language or education requirements for the initial application, the France Talent Passport is an appealing option for those looking to establish a presence in Europe.
France Talent Passport Benefits
Residency and Family Inclusion
- Member of EU/ Schengen.
Dependents included:
- Spouse.
- Children under 18.
Travel and Quality of Life
- Right to live, work, study in France.
- Free access to high standard Public Education and Healthcare System.
- Free mobility within Schengen Area (26 countries) for a period of up to 6 months per year.
Ease of Access
- Renewable Residence Card valid for 4 years.
- No education and language requirement.
- Pathway to obtaining Permanent Resident or Citizenship after 5 years of residence in France.
France Talent Passport requirements
- Submit a well-structured Business Plan including economic assessment and local market analysis.
- Incorporate a legal entity in France or take over an existing legal entity in France.
- Hold a minimum of 10% interest in such company.
- Must provide proof of the source of funds used for investment.
France Investment Visa Options
Direct Investment
To be eligible, a foreign investor must proceed with a direct investment in France of at least EUR 300,000;
- Invest through a company in which they hold at least 30% of capital, or make a personal investment.
- Investing in France in a company in which they acquire at least 10% of capital;
- Incorporate a new legal entity or take-over an existing legal entity in France;
- Engage to create or maintain permanent full-time job for French workers.
Talent Passport France Processing time
3 Months
Due Diligence And Application
- Open a corporate bank account for their company in France for investment capital.
- Applicants register their legal entity with the local competent registry of commerce and companies in France (RCS) if the applicant is opening a new legal entity.
Approval And Investment
- Apply for French long-stay visa “Talent Passport” with the French Embassy or Consulate in application’s country of residence.
- Arrive in France and apply for the residence permit within 3 months of validity of French long-stay visa.
Pathway to French Citizenship
Applicants may apply for the French citizenship after 5 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the France Talent Passport?
The “Passeport Talent” is a long-stay French visa designed to attract foreign professionals and entrepreneurs to France. To qualify, you must have a valid employment contract or be self-employed, and your stay must exceed three months.
What is the minimum investment required to qualify for the France Talent Passport?
To qualify for the France Talent Passport as an investor, a minimum investment of 300,000 EUR into the French economy is required.
What is the France talent visa processing time?
The processing time for a France Talent Passport application is intended to be approximately 3 months.
Are there age restrictions for applying for the France Talent Passport?
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply for the France Talent Visa.
What are the management experience or educational qualifications required for the application?
The France Talent Visa requires management experience; however, there are no educational prerequisite.
Is a specific personal net worth or asset minimum necessary to apply?
Applicants do not need a specific personal net worth or asset minimum necessary to apply Franc Talent Passport, but they need sufficient financial resources to invest (at least EUR 300,000) and sustain living in France. Proof of the source of funds used for investment will be required.
Which countries can the applicant travel to visa-free with the resident card?
Resident card holders of France Talent Passport can travel visa-free within the Schengen area.
Does the Talent Passport extend benefits to the applicant’s family?
The spouse and children under 18 of France Talent Passport holders automatically qualify for resident cards.
For a dependent child aged 18-25 who is a full-time student, can they accompany the main applicant?
Dependents over 18 cannot be included.
Are there any language proficiency requirements for the Talent Passport?
The French Talent Passport program does not require applicants to meet any specific language proficiency.
What are the next steps after the resident card's four-year validity expires?
Talent Passport resident cards are valid for up to 4 years and can be renewed if the investment continues and the job creation is maintained.
Does the applicant receive healthcare, education, or other social benefits as a French resident?
French residents receive the same benefits as citizens, including social coverage, free healthcare, and free education.
Is government recognition of the applicant's project necessary before applying?
Approval from the ministry of finance or labor is considered, but not binding for consulate’s decisions.
Must the investment be made directly?
Investments can be made directly or through a company in which the applicant owns at least 30% of shares.
Can the applicant invest in France in an existing business, or are they allowed to start a new business in France?
Applicants can invest in an existing business or start a new one in France.
Is obtaining French citizenship possible through this program, and if so, what are the conditions?
Citizenship can be applied for after 5 years of continuous residence, sufficient French language skills for daily conversation, assimilation into the community, and a clean criminal record; however, the decision is at the discretion of the French administration.
What are the eligibility categories for the France Talent Passport?
There are 11 eligibility categories that qualifies for the France Talent Passport:
- Qualified employee
- Recruitment in an innovative company
- Highly skilled employment
- Employee on assignment
- Researcher
- Creating a company
- Innovative project recognized by a public body
- Investor
- Social agent
- Artistic and cultural profession
- Person of international renown
What are the salary requirements for different categories?
Data from 2024
- Qualified employee: Annual gross salary of €41,933 or more
- Highly skilled employment (EU Blue Card): Gross yearly salary of at least €53,836.50
- Employee on assignment: Gross annual salary of at least €37,739.52
- Social agent: Annual income before tax of at least €62,899.20
What are the required documents for passport talent visa France ?
To qualify for the Passeport Talent visa as an investor, applicants must submit a comprehensive business plan that includes an economic assessment and analysis of the local market. Additionally, they need to either incorporate a legal entity in France or acquire an existing one, holding at least a 10% stake in the company. Proof of the source of funds used for the investment is also required.
Does the Talent Passport extend benefits to the applicant's family?
Yes, the spouse and children under 18 of France Talent Passport holders automatically qualify for resident cards. These permits allow family members to work in France.
Is there a language requirement for the Talent Passport?
The French Talent Passport program does not require applicants to meet any specific language proficiency for the initial application.
What is the validity period of the Talent Passport?
The Talent Passport is valid for up to 4 years and can be renewed if the investment continues and job creation is maintained.
Can the applicant invest in an existing business or start a new one?
Applicants can invest in an existing business or start a new one in France.
Is French citizenship possible through this program?
Citizenship can be applied for after 5 years of continuous residence, subject to language skills, assimilation, and a clean criminal record.