France
Financially Independent Persons
The France Financially Independent Persons (FIP) Visa allows individuals with significant financial resources to reside in France without needing to work. This visa is ideal for retirees, investors, or those who can support themselves independently.
France
Financially Independent Persons
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Advantage
- Renewable 1-Year Visa: Obtain a visa valid for up to one year, with the possibility of renewal.
- Non-Working Residency: Stay in France for more than 3 months per year without working.
- Fast Processing Time: Enjoy a quick application process.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Valid Long-Stay Visa: Hold a valid Long-Stay visa for residence permit (VL-TS) visitor.
- Non-Working Commitment: Commit to not working in France during the stay.
- Financial Resources: Possess sufficient financial resources, reaching around least EUR 16,000 annually. A guarantee from a solvent person can also be provided. Family allowances are not considered in the resource evaluation.
- Health Insurance: Maintain a health insurance certificate covering the duration of the stay in France.
Note: European citizens do not need to apply for a visitor’s residence permit but can apply for an EU long-term resident card.
Process
- Long-Stay Visa Application: Apply for a Long-Stay Visa for a residence permit (VS-TS) at the French Consulate in your residing country.
- Submit Application: Submit the application online or at the prefecture or sub-prefecture of your residence no earlier than 4 months and no later than 2 months before the current visa’s validity ends.
- Certificate of Deposit: Receive a dematerialized certificate of deposit.
- Prefecture Appointment: If accepted, attend an appointment at the prefecture for the permit’s delivery.
- Card Receipt: Collect the card from the prefecture or sub-prefecture of your residence, depending on the application location.
- Processing Fee: EUR 225.00
Renewal: To renew the Visitor Residence Card, submit the renewal application online at least 2 months before and no earlier than 4 months before the current residence document’s validity ends (visa, VLS-TS).
