France•EuropeSelf-Employed Person or Liberal Profession Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
~30 days
Application Fee
99 EUR
Stay Duration
Up to 1 year
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
Long-stay visa for self-employed individuals and liberal professionals (consultants, doctors, architects, etc.) establishing business or professional practice in France.
This visa category is for self-employed professionals and entrepreneurs establishing a business or liberal profession practice in France. It includes consultants, artists, lawyers, architects, doctors, and other regulated professions requiring professional credentials.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
21,876 EUR
per year
Investment Required
300,000 EUR
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 1 year
Business plan
Detailed plan with financial projections
Professional qualifications
Diplomas and certifications relevant to profession
Financial proof
Proof of funds to establish business
Banking information
Bank details and financial standing
Curriculum vitae
Professional background and experience
Accommodation proof
Where you will live in France
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency
- Flexibility in business type
- Family can accompany
- Can transition to investor status if scaling
Considerations
- Requires viable business plan
- Initial financial investment needed
- Business must be economically viable
- Regular status reviews
Application Process
Develop business plan
Create detailed business or professional plan
Gather documents
Collect business plan, financial documents, qualifications
Apply for visa
Submit application at French consulate
Present business case
Demonstrate viability and economic contribution
Pay fee
EUR 99 visa fee
Await decision
4-8 weeks processing
Validate visa
Online validation within 3 months
Register business
Formally establish business in France
Apply for residence
Apply for multi-year entrepreneur residence permit
Application Forms
Self-Employed Person Visa Application
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