Long-stay Visitor Visa
Standard French rates. Partial exemption on foreign source income first 8 years as resident Cannot work in France. For retirees and passive income earners. High tax jurisdiction.
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Key Details
Stay Requirements
Long-stay visitor visa: holder undertakes to make France their main residence; genuine presence expected
medium confidenceHighlights
- Partial exemption on foreign income for 8 years
- Pathway to permanent residency
- No work allowed in France
- Ideal for retirees and passive income earners
- Low minimum income requirement
The catch
- You have to actually live there. At least 183 days a year in-country — this becomes your main home, not a paper residency.
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What could change
Changes in tax laws or residency requirements could impact benefits.
Tax Notes
France uses a worldwide tax system. Foreign income is partially exempt for the first 8 years.
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