Entrepreneur / liberal profession residence permit (Carte de séjour « entrepreneur / profession libérale »)
Entrepreneur / liberal profession residence permit is a residence route in France (Antreprenor). Economically viable business/activity generating income ≥ SMIC (~€21.9k/yr gross, 2026); 1-yr then multi-year card. Fees: visa €99 + residence card €225 per adult.
Entrepreneur and startup residence routes →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 20'600. 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%
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.
| Categorie | Antreprenor |
|---|---|
| Investiție | — |
| Taxe (familie) | CHF 700 |
| Venit / an | CHF 20'600 |
| Active | — |
| Ședere min. | — |
| RP | 5 |
| Cetățenie | 5 |
| Muncă | ownBusiness |
| Eligibil | non-EU/EEA/CH nationals |
| Impozit | Worldwide 0–45% |
| La data de | 2026-10 |
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