Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate)
Master's-qualified or innovative-company hires earning at least twice the minimum wage on a French contract.
The Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) is a French work & skilled 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 - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) is for
Master's-qualified or innovative-company hires earning at least twice the minimum wage on a French contract.
After 5 years' residence you can apply for a 10-year resident card or naturalisation.
Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) - eligibility criteria
- Hold a French/EEA Master's-level qualification or equivalent
- Employment contract of at least 3 months
- Gross annual salary at least twice the French minimum wage (SMIC)
- Job with the recruiting French company
- Clean criminal background
Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) (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 | Work for the sponsoring employer |
| Study rights | Permitted alongside work |
| 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 - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) pitfalls we fix
Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) - frequently asked questions
How much does the Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) cost?
The Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) 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 - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) take to process?
Indicative processing time is ~2-6 weeks. Actual timeframes vary with caseload, completeness and your circumstances.
Does the Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate) 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 - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate)?
Work rights: Work for the sponsoring employer.
Who can apply for the Passeport Talent - Qualified Employee (Master's or Young Graduate)?
Master's-qualified or innovative-company hires earning at least twice the minimum wage on a French contract.
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