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France · checked 04.08.2026
Talent Passport / Carte talent
A multi-year route for highly qualified workers, researchers, company founders, investors and other international talent categories.
Official guidance
Check the requirements before applying
Who it is for
- Meeting one of the Carte talent categories
- A contract or project, your qualification and the applicable salary or investment threshold
- Accompanying family can use the simplified talent famille card
Documents
A basic preparation list. The competent authority creates the personal checklist based on citizenship and place of application.
- A valid passport and copies of its pages
- A completed application form and recent photographs
- The contract or project, your degree or experience, proof of salary or investment and the host organisation's documents
- Proof of funds, accommodation and health insurance — where required
- A police clearance certificate, medical documents, translation and legalisation — if listed for the chosen category
Application steps
- 1Identify the exact Talent subcategory
- 2Check the current financial and qualification thresholds
- 3Apply through France-Visas
- 4Request the carte de séjour pluriannuelle within the applicable period
After arrival
- Apply for the multi-year card within the period stated on the visa
- Arrange talent famille for your family
- Report material changes to the basis of your stay
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You can type, save, and print these supporting documents in your account. They do not replace the country's official application form.