French Startup & Talent Residence (Passeport Talent)

No matter if you have a startup idea or not, we can help you to get a 4-year residence permit in France with business and work permit.

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12-months visa and 4-year residence card in the EU

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Work and business authorization

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You don’t have to live in France full-time

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Zero Paperwork Hassle, we do 95% documents for you

Benefits of Passeport Talent in France

The easiest option to move to the EU

With a simple and almost zero-bureaucracy application process

Bring your family (spouse can work)

Your spouse receives a Talent-Family permit with open work rights; children relocate with you.

4-Year Visa with work authorization

Live, work, and run business in France with the ability to bring your family.

Not only for founders

Open to high-skilled professionals, advisors, entrepreneurs and domain experts.

Travel & taxes

Tax residency isn’t automatic — you don’t have to live in France full-time

How it works

Option #1:
Join as a co-founder or team member

We match you with an innovative startup that needs your expertise and handle the entire visa process.

Your path to residency without the complexity of creating a business plan from scratch.

Option #2:
Based on your own startup

We help package your idea into an innovative startup eligible for this visa and residency.

Our experts develop your business plan and manage the entire visa application process.

Book a consultation

Process

3-4 months from start to visa approval

Consultation & case review

A 30 min call to map the best Talent track, timeline, and documents; we flag risks early and confirm eligibility.

Business plan & case file

We prepare the startup business plan and all documents for you, your co-founders, and family.

Incubator endorsement

We secure backing/recognition from an accredited French incubator or public body (e.g., French Tech partners).

Long-stay D-visa (12 months)

Apply in your country, receive a 12-month visa, and move to France: your family can join from day one.

4-year residence card

After ~6–8 months in France, validate your visa and convert it into a 4-year Passeport Talent residence card for the whole family (biometrics/prefecture included).

The benefits of moving to France

4-year residence card

Multi-year Passeport Talent card up to 4 years without yearly renewals.

Bring your family (spouse can work)

Your spouse receives a Talent-Family permit with open work rights; children relocate with you.

Travel & taxes, made practical

Tax residency isn’t automatic. No need to live in France full-time

Not only for founders

Clear routes for founders, senior specialists, product/data leaders, researchers, advisors and investors.

Citizenship path

With real residence and integration: eligibility toward a 10-year resident card and, typically, naturalisation in ~5 years.

Доверьтесь личному иммиграционному ассистенту и юристу

Анализируем кейс и цели

На бесплатной 15-минутной консультации наши эксперты оценят ваш профиль, определят возможные пути и помогут сделать осознанный выбор.

Индивидуальная стратегия

Консультант и юрист подробно изучат ваше дело, выявят потенциальные сложности и составят пошаговый план.

Готовим документы за вас, когда это возможно

Мы минимизируем ваши усилия, занимаясь подготовкой документов, переводов и подачей всех необходимых заявлений.

Простой и понятный процесс

Ваш менеджер организует встречи, следит за соблюдением всех требований, взаимодействует с властями и отслеживает статус вашего дела.

Бюрократия на нас

Мы помогаем с поиском жилья, регистрацией налогов, получением вида на жительство и снимаем стресс от бумажной волокиты.

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Pricing and services

Our support for the French Startup & Talent Residence (Passeport Talent) is available in two packages — for individual applicants or teams.

Join as a co-founder + Residency assistance
We’ll find the right team for you, and you’ll join as a cofounder, advisor or team member.
€10k
+ 300€/mo. for an incubator (first 6-8 months)
We match you with an innovative startup (co-founder / advisor / key team role) under the right Talent track
Incubator/accelerator endorsement letter arranged (introductions + coaching)
Full case file: CVs, motivation, proof of means (≥ SMIC), housing, certified translations (standard set)
Government forms & consulate appointment; family included (spouse gets Talent-Family with open work rights)
Visa interview & pitch prep; VLS-TS validation after arrival, biometrics & conversion to a 4-year card
Concierge help: address/insurance onboarding (PUMA), prefecture workflow, ongoing chat with a dedicated advisor
Payment: 70% upfront, 30% before submission (gov/third-party fees not included)
Your own startup + Residency assistance
We will develop a business plan and apply you and your own team
€25k
for a team (3 founders)
+ 800€/mo. for an incubator (first 6-8 months)
Unlimited chat with your dedicated immigration advisor and startup mentor
Pitch deck & one-pager (EN/FR) + mapping & intros to accredited incubators/French Tech partners
Public-body recognition/endorsement for the “innovative project” route; company-creation track if needed
Full visa handling: consulate file, family included, arrival steps, biometrics & 4-year Talent card
Priority processing on our side, startup mentor on the case, unlimited chat
Payment: 50% upfront, 50% before submission (gov/third-party fees not included)

About "Relovisa Advisors"

До 99,8%
коэффициент успеха

Все клиенты получают визы и вид на жительство

7000+ кейсов, 30+ стран

Получили визы и ВНЖ вместе с нашими юристами и консультантами

Более 80 юристов и экспертов

Только опытные и профессиональные эксперты из 30+ стран

8 years

Of average experience in immigration law & consulting

Наша команда, юристы и партнеры

Наши иммиграционные эдвайзоры и юристы позаботятся обо всем — от подготовки документов до окончательного утверждения — и обеспечат круглосуточную поддержку, поэтому вам не о чем беспокоиться.

Влад Шипилов
Founder

Серийный предприниматель и корпоративный консультант с более чем 10-летним опытом работы в компаниях PwC, P&G, Coca Cola, Unilever. Участник ТОП-200 стартапов Techcrunch '23.

Ольга
Операционный директор

Более 10 лет специализируется на отношениях с клиентами и партнерами, внедряет инновации на основе глубокого понимания потребностей клиентов.

Евгения
Иммиграционный юрист

Лицензированный юрист с сотнями кейсов по релокации в Великобританию по Global Talent и рабочим визам.

Владимир
Иммиграционный консультант

Более трех лет опыта управления проектами в процессах трудовой иммиграции в Германии, более 300 кейсов, член профессиональных ассоциаций.

Даниела
Иммиграционный адвокат

Лицензированный иммиграционный адвокат в Португалии с тысячами сложных кейсов. Быстро реагирует и помогает разобраться с Португальской бюрократией.

Катерина
Иммиграционный консультант

Иммиграционный консультант с сотнями кейсов для диджитал-номадов, стартапов и высококвалифицированных специалистов в Испании.

Петра
Иммиграционный консультант

Специализируется на Португальских визах категории D: Digital Nomad, D7, D2, D3 и т. д. Она имеет опыт работы с различными видами дохода.

Марилия
Иммиграционный адвокат

Иммиграционный адвокат. Амбассадор Global Mobility, держит фокус на премиальных и корпоративных клиентах.

Тьяго
Иммиграционный адвокат

Relocated more than 300 high qualified professionals to Portugal  since 2018. Currently holding 100% success in lawsuits against AIMa (200+).

Владислав
Налоговый консультант

Лицензированный налоговый консультант с тысячами кейсов по всему миру: от стран Евросоюза до Гонконга и США. Помогает находить решения даже в необычных ситуациях.

Томас
Налоговый консультант

Томас специализируется на консультировании по налоговой системе в Португалии и Нидерландах, а также имеет глубокую экспертизу по налогам для криптодоходов.

Более 80 юристов и консультантов
С более чем 7000 кейсов

Мы собрали десятки лучших иммиграционных экспертов по всему миру для клиентов с кейсами любой сложности.

FAQs

We've gathered the most popular questions and answers here.

What is the French Startup Visa and who is it for?

The French Startup Visa (Passeport Talent – Innovative Project) is a 4-year residence permit designed for entrepreneurs, founders, and highly skilled professionals who want to build or join an innovative startup in France. It offers a fast track to EU residency, full work rights, and a path to French citizenship after 5 years.

Why choose the French Startup Visa instead of Portugal or Spain?

Unlike the Portuguese D2 or Spanish Startup Visa, France offers a 5-year residence (1+4 years) from day one, no minimum stay requirement, and a faster route to citizenship (5 years vs 10 years). The process is also more predictable and doesn’t require a large investment or passive income.

How long does it take to get the visa?

On average, it takes 3–4 months from application to visa approval:1–2 weeks for accelerator acceptance,2–3 weeks for Ministry of Economy approval,and 1–2 weeks for consulate processing.

How much money do I need to apply?

You need to show €24,000 in savings for the main applicant and €12,000–15,000 per family member. No investment is required — this visa is based on innovation, not capital.

Do I need to register a company in France?

Not initially. You can apply without a registered company. However, opening a micro-enterprise or incorporating a business later will help with renewal and tax benefits.

Can my spouse and children join me?

Yes! Your spouse automatically receives a Talent-Family residence permit with full work rights, and your children under 18 get residence cards too. Adult children can join only if financially dependent or studying full-time.

Do I need to live in France full-time?

No. You can keep your lifestyle and business elsewhere while maintaining your French residence permit. To qualify for citizenship later, you’ll need to spend 183+ days per year in France.

What are the main benefits of the French Startup Visa?

* 4–5 years of EU residency from day one
* Work rights for the entire family
* Fast path to citizenship (5 years)
* No investment or job offer required
A* ccess to French Tech ecosystem and accelerators
* Freedom to travel and live anywhere in the Schengen Zone

What is the success rate of this visa?

When the case is prepared professionally with accelerator support, approval rates are near 100% at the Ministry level and 95–97% at consulates. The process is stable and predictable.

Can I apply if I don’t have a startup idea?

Yes. You can join an existing project as a co-founder, advisor, or tech partner, or we’ll help you develop an innovative concept that fits the visa requirements.

Do I need to speak French?

No — all documents and communication can be in English.French is only required for citizenship (B2 level), but learning basic French will make daily life easier.

What are the tax benefits for startups in France?

Startups can qualify for the Young Innovative Company (JEI) status, offering:
* 100% tax exemption in the first profitable year
* 50% reduction in the second year
* 30% refund on R&D expenses (Crédit d’Impôt Recherche)
* 15% corporate tax rate for small companies

What happens after 5 years in France?

After 5 years of legal residence and tax history, you can apply for French citizenship or a 10-year permanent residence card. Both allow you to live and work anywhere in the EU with no restrictions.

Can I keep my current tax residency?

Yes — French residency does not automatically make you a French tax resident. You can maintain your main tax base abroad as long as you don’t spend more than 183 days per year in France.

How can I start the process?

Book a consultation with our team. We’ll:
* Assess your eligibility
* Match you with a French Tech accelerator
* Prepare all documents for the Ministry and consulate
* Guide you through every step until visa approval
* Your path to a European passport and freedom of movement can start in just a few weeks.

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