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Rank #29
France

France

LocationWestern Europe • UTC+2 • Europe/Paris
Monthly Cost
$1,800
-18% vs USA
Internet
217 Mbps
Mobile Avg

Long Stay Visitor Visa

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Ideal for retirees or those with sufficient passive income who wish to reside in France without working.

Min. Income

€1,231/month

Per Applicant

Min. Income

Processing

2–3 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

1 Year

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

5 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkProof of sufficient income
  • CheckmarkClean criminal record
  • CheckmarkHealth insurance coverage
  • CheckmarkProof of accommodation in France

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkValid passport
  • CheckmarkProof of income (pension, savings)
  • CheckmarkHealth insurance certificate
  • CheckmarkAccommodation proof
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed only on French-source income.

Physical Presence

Must spend at least 183 days per year in France to maintain residency status.

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Advantages

  • No work requirement
  • Access to French healthcare
  • Path to permanent residency
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Disadvantages

  • Cannot engage in paid work
  • High cost of living
  • Language barrier for non-French speakers

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