France · Investor / Golden Visa

Carte de séjour « talent — porteur de projet » (investissement économique)

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-10 · Our methodology
7.8/10 diff
Difficult

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Not required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
48 months
Processing Time
Min Income
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
7/10 — Difficult

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Language RequiredB1
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Paris
Single (monthly)€2,800
Family (monthly)€5,200
Rent 1BR (center)€1,500
Groceries€700
Transport pass€168
Lyon
Single (monthly)€2,000
Family (monthly)€3,800
Rent 1BR (center)€850
Groceries€500
Transport pass€120
Marseille
Single (monthly)€1,700
Family (monthly)€3,200
Rent 1BR (center)€700
Groceries€425
Transport pass€102

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Carte de séjour « talent — porteur de projet » (investissement économique)?

The Carte de séjour « talent — porteur de projet » (investissement économique) is an immigration pathway offered by France. It falls under the Investor / Golden Visa category.

Can the Carte de séjour « talent — porteur de projet » (investissement économique) lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to France?

Yes. France offers 21 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our France country page.

What is the cost of living in France?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Paris: €2,800/mo; Lyon: €2,000/mo; Marseille: €1,700/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-10 · See our methodology

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