Talent residence permit — economic investor (Carte de séjour pluriannuelle « talent – investisseur »)
Talent residence permit — economic investor is a residence route in France (Investor / golden visa). You invest at least $353,000 in tangible or intangible assets of a French company, directly or through a company you control, and create or protect jobs. You get a 4-year permit for the whole family, called 'talent famille'. Fees are $116 for the visa and $265 for the residence card per adult.
Residence by investment: compare routes and obligations →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about $352,500. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide income is taxed at 0–45% plus 4% on high incomes. Dividends are taxed at a flat 31.4%. A wealth tax on property (IFI) applies to property above $1,530,000.
Tax regimes in France
- Special regimeThe impatriate regime (régime des impatriés) exempts 30% of salary and 50% of foreign passive income. It lasts 8 years. You must have been non-resident for the previous 5 years and be recruited from abroad.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Investor / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investment | $352,500 |
| Fees (family) | $875 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | immediately |
| PR | 5 years |
| Citizenship | 5 years |
| Work permission | own business only |
| Eligible | People who are not citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland. |
| Tax | Worldwide income is taxed at 0–45% plus 4% on high incomes. Dividends are taxed at a flat 31.4%. A wealth tax on property (IFI) applies to property above $1,530,000. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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