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Talent Passport - Qualified Employee
- Processing
- 4-8 weeks
- Cost
- From €449
- Validity
- Up to 4 years
Multi-year residence permit for qualified professionals with higher salaries.
Requirements
- Master’s degree or equivalent
- Employment contract (permanent or 3+ months fixed)
- Minimum gross annual salary EUR 39,582 (2025)
- Job matching qualifications
Time and cost
- Processing time
- 4-8 weeks
- Validity
- Up to 4 years
- Cost
From €449
Required
- €99 visa fee
- €350 residence permit fee
- Path to residency
- 10-year resident card after 5 years of legal residence
Documents
Valid passport
3+ months beyond stay
Master’s degree certificate
Or equivalent qualification
Employment contract
Meeting salary threshold
CV
Work history
Housing proof
Address in France
Passport photos
Recent photos
Tips
- No language requirement for visa (but helpful for life in France)
- Family can join under the Talent Passport family visa
- Spouse can work without separate permit