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FranceBusiness Startup Program

A guided pathway to French residency through business creation, from EUR 26,000.

Pathway to Citizenship

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Program Overview

France Business Startup Program

The France Business Startup Program is a residency program offering Pathway to Citizenship, subject to eligibility. Parisian architecture, Alpine winters, and a culture that rewards patience.

Minimum Investment

EUR 26,000

RBI Solutions Business Startup Program service fee; no fixed French government investment threshold.

Minimum Stay

6 months every year

Required each year to maintain residency.

Indicative Processing

4–8 weeks

Indicative only; timing depends on the application and government processing.

Available Routes

Minimum Investment

RBI Solutions Business Startup Program — service fee

From 26,000 EUR

Main Benefits

  • No fixed French government investment threshold — recognition-based route
  • 4-year renewable residence permit
  • Path to citizenship after 5 years
  • Family included from day one

Eligible Family Members

Spouse or partner, Dependent children

Processing Time

4–8 weeks

Minimum Stay

6 months every year to maintain residency

Outcome

Residence Status Granted

4-Year Renewable Residence Permit

Pathway to Citizenship

Pathway to citizenship after 5 years, subject to eligibility

Application Process

01

Private Consultation

A confidential conversation to confirm this program fits your goals, timeline, and family situation.

02

Documentation & Due Diligence

We coordinate the required documents and due diligence to government standard.

03

Investment & Filing

Your qualifying investment is structured and the application is filed on your behalf.

04

Approval & Ongoing Support

We track your application through to approval, with ongoing compliance support after.

Important Legal Disclaimer

The €26,000 figure is RBI Solutions' service fee for guided business-formation and application support, not a mandatory French government investment threshold — France's business-creation residency routes are assessed on the applicant's business plan and viability rather than a fixed capital requirement. Separate French government filing fees apply. Confirm current terms before proceeding.

Figures should be independently verified with licensed counsel before any investment or application decision. Approval is never guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the France Business Startup Program process take?

Processing time is 4–8 weeks. Timelines depend on your individual application and current government processing volumes — confirm the latest estimate with our team before proceeding.

Can my family be included in the application?

This program's eligible family members include: Spouse or partner, Dependent children. Family members are typically included as part of the same application.

Is there a minimum stay requirement?

6 months every year to maintain residency. Confirm current requirements with our team, as government rules can change.

Does this program lead to citizenship?

Pathway to citizenship after 5 years, subject to eligibility

Is approval guaranteed?

No program guarantees approval. Every application is subject to government due diligence, documentation requirements, and eligibility review. We support you through the full process but cannot guarantee an outcome.

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