France•EuropeFrench Tech Visa - Investor
At a Glance
Processing Time
~30 days
Application Fee
99 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 4 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for investors backing French Tech companies with capital investment.
The French Tech Visa for investors targets venture capitalists and business angels investing in French Tech ecosystem companies. Fast-tracked processing and residence options available.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
300,000 EUR
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AD, AT, BE, BG, CH, CY, CZ, DE, DK, DZ, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT, LI, LT, LU, LV, MC, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, SM
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for entire period
Investment proof
Financial capability for investment
Investment targets
French Tech companies identified
Financial documents
Bank statements and financial background
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Advantages
- Fast-tracked processing
- Support French Tech ecosystem
- Path to permanent residency
- Multi-year options available
- Family members can work
Considerations
- Requires significant capital investment
- Investment risk
- Competitive selection
- Must demonstrate investment capability
Application Process
Identify investment
Target French Tech companies for investment
Prepare investment
Arrange capital for investment
Apply for visa
Submit at French consulate
Pay fee
EUR 99 visa fee
Fast-tracked processing
2-4 weeks
Validate visa
Online within 3 months
Make investment
Execute investment in French Tech company
Apply for residence
Apply for multi-year talent passport card
Application Forms
French Tech Investor Visa Application
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