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France's Economic Residency

Economic Residency in France (also known as the Talent Passport Business Investor) offers a multi-year residence permit to qualified investors who make substantial economic contributions to France through business investments.

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France - Economic Residency

Discover Economic Residency in France

The Talent Passport Business Investor programme in France provides a pathway to residency for established business owners and entrepreneurs looking to base their business and investment activities in the country. This program is designed to attract top talent and capital to contribute to France's economic growth and development.

Minimum Income Amount

EUR 300,000

Visa-Free Travel Countries

177

Months to Visa

3-4 months

Overview

A Snapshot of Economic Residency in France

A fast-track to residency for qualified investors and entrepreneurs in France

Eligibility Requirements

Substantial business investment and job creation

Anchor Ancestor restrictions

Months to citizenship

Length of Visa

4-year renewable residence permit

Months to Visa

3-4 months

Physical Presence Requirement

No minimum stay required

Availability

Medium

Family Allowance

Spouse and children

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Benefits of Economic Residency in France

The Talent Passport offers numerous advantages for investors looking to establish their presence in France's dynamic business environment.

  • Fast-track to a 4-year renewable residence permit for you and your immediate family
  • Access to world-class education and healthcare systems
  • Ability to live, work and study in France
  • Free movement within the Schengen Area

How to Apply for the Talent Passport Business Investor Programme in France

Submit application to the French consular authorities in your country of residence if living outside France, or to the local prefecture if already in France

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Requirements for France's Talent Passport Business Investor Programme

To qualify for the Talent Passport Business Investor, applicants must meet specific criteria demonstrating their investment capacity and commitment to France's economy.

  • Invest or commit to invest at least EUR 300,000 in fixed tangible or intangible assets
  • Create or protect, or commit to create or protect, jobs within four years following the investment
  • Make the investment personally, via a company they control, or via a company in which they have at least a 30% shareholding
  • Demonstrate financial means equivalent to the French minimum wage
  • Present a detailed business plan for the investment in France

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Documents Needed for France's Economic Residency

Completed Talent Passport application form

Recent passport-sized photographs

Copy of passport

Detailed business or investment plan

Proof of investment or commitment to invest

Corporate profile and structure (if applicable)

Proof of financial means

Educational certificates and professional qualifications

Evidence of job creation or protection plans

Supporting documents for family members (if applicable)

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FAQs about France's Economic Residency

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Why France

France offers a strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and a pro-business environment for investors and entrepreneurs.

Benefits:

  • Political and economic stability
  • Strategic location in the heart of Europe
  • World-class education and healthcare systems

Advantages:

  • Strong government support for innovation and entrepreneurship
  • Access to the EU single market
  • High quality of life and rich cultural heritage

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