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France Business & Investor Visa from Dubai, UAE

Residence for entrepreneurs creating a company or investing in France.

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Processing time
Commonly several weeks to a few months
Indicative cost
Investment thresholds apply for some categories, plus permit taxes; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

Talent Passport - Business Founder and Investor

The Talent Passport - Business Founder and Investor is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach France. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Residence for entrepreneurs creating a company or investing in France. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the France Business & Investor Visa is for

Entrepreneurs and investors planning a business in France

High-net-worth applicants seeking residency through investment

Founders who can evidence a lawful source of funds

France Business & Investor Visa: eligibility requirements

  • A genuine, viable business project in France, generally with a minimum investment
  • Relevant qualifications or experience such as a degree or several years in a comparable role
  • Evidence of sufficient resources for you and your family
  • Access to the required investment or business capital
  • A viable, well-researched business plan or qualifying investment
  • A lawful, clearly documented source of funds
  • Management or entrepreneurial experience where the route requires it

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Business plan and supporting market research
Proof of investment funds and their lawful source
Company documents or evidence of business experience
Financial statements and bank references

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the France Business & Investor Visa

Residency through investment

Secure residency for your family by investing in or building a business in France.

Grow in a stable economy

Operate or invest within a transparent, well-regulated market.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in France.

Guided, end-to-end support

A dedicated case manager helps with your documents, forms and submissions from the first assessment to a decision.

The France Business & Investor Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every France business & investor route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into France.

France Business & Investor Visa: frequently asked questions

The Talent Passport business-founder route looks for a real, viable project, a minimum investment and relevant experience or qualifications. Investors committing significant funds may qualify under a separate Talent category. We help structure the project to meet the criteria.

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