Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise)
Graduates or experienced people creating a viable company in France with real investment.
The Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) is a French business, talent & investor visa. This guide covers who it's for, the key eligibility criteria, the indicative 2025 cost (~€99 visa + €225 residence-permit tax (€200 + €25 stamp)) and processing time (~2-6 weeks), the route to permanent residence, common pitfalls and FAQs.
Who the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) is for
Graduates or experienced people creating a viable company in France with real investment.
After 5 years' residence you can apply for a 10-year resident card or naturalisation.
Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) - eligibility criteria
- Master's-level diploma or 5 years' professional experience
- Genuine, viable business project in France
- Investment of at least €30,000 in the project
- Resources at least equal to the annual minimum wage (SMIC)
- Valid passport and clean record
Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) (France) is ~€99 visa + €225 residence-permit tax (€200 + €25 stamp), with an indicative processing time of ~2-6 weeks. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at France-Visas.
| Type | Temporary |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | At a French consulate abroad or at the prefecture if already in France |
| Length of stay | Up to 4 years, renewable |
| Work rights | Operate the company you create |
| Study rights | Permitted alongside the business |
| Government fee | ~€99 visa + €225 residence-permit tax (€200 + €25 stamp) |
| Processing time | ~2-6 weeks |
| Route to PR | After 5 years' residence you can apply for a 10-year resident card or naturalisation. |
Pathway & next steps
After 5 years' residence you can apply for a 10-year resident card or naturalisation.
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Common Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) pitfalls we fix
Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) - frequently asked questions
How much does the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) cost?
The Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) government fee is ~€99 visa + €225 residence-permit tax (€200 + €25 stamp). Figures are indicative for 2025; always confirm current fees at France-Visas before applying.
How long does the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~2-6 weeks. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise) lead to permanent residence?
After 5 years' residence you can apply for a 10-year resident card or naturalisation.
Can I work on the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise)?
Work rights: Operate the company you create.
Who can apply for the Passeport Talent - Company Creation (Création d'Entreprise)?
Graduates or experienced people creating a viable company in France with real investment.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official France government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- France-Visas - official France immigration authority