EU/EEA/Swiss free movement (Liberté de circulation (carte de séjour UE optionnelle))
EU/EEA/Swiss free movement is a residence route in France (Ελεύθερη κυκλοφορία ΕΕ / ΕΖΕΣ). No permit required (Swiss may request one); non-active: sufficient resources + health insurance (PUMa after 3 months). Naturalisation 5 yrs + French B2 (since 2026).
EU residence rights and relocation planning →Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 0–45%; IFI on property; CH–FR treaty
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Κατηγορία | Ελεύθερη κυκλοφορία ΕΕ / ΕΖΕΣ |
|---|---|
| Επένδυση | — |
| Τέλη (οικογένεια) | CHF 0 |
| Εισόδημα / έτος | — |
| Περιουσία | — |
| Ελάχ. διαμονή | 0 |
| Μόνιμη διαμονή | 5 |
| Ιθαγένεια | 5 |
| Εργασία | yes |
| Δικαιούχοι | EU/EEA/CH only |
| Φόρος | Worldwide 0–45%; IFI on property; CH–FR treaty |
| Στοιχεία | 2026-10 |
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