Foreigner Identity Card – Investor / Self-Employed (APIX company) (Carte d'Identité d'Étranger (investisseur))
Foreigner Identity Card – Investor / Self-Employed (APIX company) is a residence route in Senegal (Entrepreneur). Register company via APIX (SARL capital from XOF 100,000); project justification, patente; then CIE. No golden visa; property purchase does not confer residence.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about $175. Spouse and children can usually be included. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 43%
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 | Entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Investment | $175 |
| Fees (family) | $75 |
| Income / yr | — |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | — |
| Citizenship | 10 years |
| Work | own business only |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Residents taxed on worldwide income, progressive up to 43% |
| As of | 2026-10 |
General information only — not tax, legal, immigration, investment or financial advice, and no client relationship. Figures are simplified, indicative and may be out of date. Always verify with the official authority and a licensed professional in the country concerned before acting. Partner links, if any, are marked and may earn us a fee.