France Entrepreneur Visa
Citizenship & Residency | International Visas
About
Live and work in France while starting or acquiring a business—with a path to long-term residency and EU access
France’s Entrepreneur Visa provides non-EU nationals with a practical and flexible route to live and work in one of Europe’s leading economies. Whether you're launching a startup, acquiring a small business, or operating as an independent consultant, this visa offers a four-year renewable residence permit—without requiring a minimum investment threshold. Instead, success hinges on your business plan, experience, and ability to support yourself financially.
Through our Private Office Hub, we introduce entrepreneurs to trusted French legal, tax, and corporate service providers who can handle the entire process—from preparing your application to registering your business. Whether you're entering the French market for growth or lifestyle, we provide the infrastructure and insight to help you make the move strategically, not just administratively.
What It Offers
The France Entrepreneur Visa allows non-EU nationals to legally live and work in France by starting or acquiring a business.
- 4-year residence permit, renewable
- Family inclusion: Spouse and children can be added, with work rights
- No fixed investment amount required
- Schengen Zone access for business and travel
- Pathway to permanent residency or citizenship after 5 years
- Suitable for consultants, founders, and business acquirers
Who It’s For
- Non-EU entrepreneurs launching a new venture in France
- Consultants and self-employed professionals operating in regulated sectors
- Buyers of small French businesses or franchises
- Startups entering the EU market through France
- Business owners seeking lifestyle and EU mobility
Understanding Your Needs
Starting a business in another country is never just about paperwork. It’s about clarity on local regulations, tax treatment, operational set-up, and long-term goals. The French system is accessible—but can be opaque without the right guidance. You need advisers who understand both your ambition and the bureaucracy.
That’s why we created the Private Office Hub—to connect you with lawyers, accountants, and business experts who specialise in supporting international entrepreneurs. From validating your business plan and registering with local authorities, to structuring your income and securing visas for your family, we give you the confidence to focus on growth.
About Our Partner
Our legal and immigration partner provides expert-led support to individuals, families, and businesses seeking to establish themselves across Europe and Mexico. With local expertise in key jurisdictions and a tech-enabled, client-first approach, they simplify relocation, property acquisition, corporate structuring, and cross-border tax matters.
Key Highlights:
- Established: 2015, with on-the-ground presence in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Greece, and Mexico
- Client Base: Over 7,000 clients advised, including high-net-worth individuals, digital nomads, entrepreneurs, and internationally mobile families
- Expertise: Specialises in immigration (Golden Visas, residency permits), real estate law, company formation, tax advisory, inheritance, and estate planning
- Team: A multilingual team of 45+ legal professionals combining deep jurisdictional knowledge with efficient, technology-driven service delivery
- Service Model: Built for international clients who value speed, clarity, and local insight—without compromising on legal rigour or attention to detail
Through this partnership, our Private Office clients benefit from seamless legal coordination across borders—whether securing residency, acquiring property, or structuring international holdings.
Eligibilities
- Submit a viable and coherent business plan
- Demonstrate sufficient financial means to support yourself (typically at least the French minimum wage, approx. €20,000/year)
- Register with the appropriate professional or trade body in France
- Hold relevant qualifications or experience in your field
- Maintain full private health insurance coverage
- Clean criminal record