Moving to France

A multi-year residence permit for qualified employees recruited by a French company, valid for the duration of the contract up to four years. Family members receive accompanying permits with work rights.

A multi-year permit for highly qualified employees with a degree or five years of comparable experience and a high-salary contract. Grants EU-wide mobility rights and includes family members.

A multi-year permit for founders establishing a real and serious business project in France, valid up to four years. Requires a master's degree or five years of comparable experience.

A fast-track Talent residence permit for founders, employees, and investors of recognized innovative startups, valid four years and renewable. No separate work authorization is required and family members are included.

For foreign nationals who wish to stay in France for more than three months on passive or foreign income without working in France. Popular with remote-income movers and retirees. Requires stable resources at least equal to the French minimum wage.

A long-stay visa serving as a residence permit for students admitted to a French higher education institution, valid from four months to one year and renewable. Requires proof of monthly income around the minimum threshold.