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France startup visa
Talent France Start-Up lets startup founders, employees and investors get a French residence permit through a fast-track procedure.
The startup visa is a special visa category that lets foreign founders, employees and investors launch and grow startups in France.
Who can get the startup visa
The program is designed for three categories of applicants.
Founders of innovative startups
- A business plan for the startup is required
- Financial resources to carry out the project are required
- The startup must be pre-approved by French government bodies
Startup employees
- An employment contract for more than 3 months with a startup company
- Annual income of at least €37,000
Investors
- A stake of at least 10% in the startup company
- Investment of at least €300,000
- A commitment to create jobs over the next 4 years
The conditions differ for each category of applicant. On a free consultation we will help you work out which route fits you.
Tax breaks for startups
France offers tax breaks for startup projects: corporate tax is charged only from the 3rd year of operation and at 25% of the standard rate, 50% in the 4th year and 75% in the 5th. The full rate has to be paid only from the 6th year.
Advantages of the startup visa
A fast residence permit
The permit under this program is issued for 4 years through a fast-track procedure and can be renewed.
Permanent residence in 5 years
After five years of living in France on a startup visa you can apply for permanent residence.
Move with your family
Every family member receives a 4-year residence permit. Children have the right to state education, adults the right to work.
Visa-free travel across the EU
A permit holder can travel freely to European Union countries without extra visas.
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