🇫🇷 France · General Residence
Carte de séjour temporaire « visiteur » — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,478 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 50 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | None–16 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €350 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,478.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
Minimum annual salary
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
Health insurance
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
Age range
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
Application fee
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
No direct PR path
“This « visitor » residence card is valid 1 year. It is renewable.”
https://www.service-public.gouv.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F302 · verified 2026-06-23
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.