Last updated 2026-05-18
Business visa to France
Travel purpose:
Business
, work
, long stay
Visa overview
Permits entry to France for long-term business activities, such as managing operations, business development, or extended professional engagements. Requires an invitation from a host company or confirmation of activities in France, proof of financial means, and accommodation. Typically valid for stays exceeding 90 days.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
Consular fee
€99 (~$115)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Entrepreneur visa
Eligible individuals
Entrepreneur, self-employed, craftsperson, manufacturer, retailer
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
Farm worker visa
Eligible individuals
Farm operator, worker, employee
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
ICT Posted Employee and Professional Work Placement Visa
Eligible individuals
ICT posted employee, ICT posted intern
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
ICT trainee visa
Eligible individuals
ICT posted employee, ICT posted intern
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
Job search and business creation visa
Eligible individuals
Job seeker, founder, businessman, entrepreneur
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
Visa for liberal or independent profession
Eligible individuals
Liberal professional, independent professional, self-employed
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
Visa for members of Catholic or Protestant congregation
Eligible individuals
Member of the religious community, religious figure
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)
Visa for recruitment or posting workers
Eligible individuals
Recruiter, employee, businessman
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€99 (~$115)