Talent card: project leader
Who it's for: People who create a company, run an innovative project recognised by the Ministry of Economy, or make a direct economic investment in France.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Minimum education: Master's degree
- Money to show: €22,404.20
- Main fee: €350
- Family can join: Yes
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €350 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | €22,404.20 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
4 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Minimum educationMaster's degreeOfficial wording
“Have a degree at least equivalent to the master's degree or 5 years of comparable professional experience”
Money to show€22,404.20Official wording
“Provide sufficient resources to support yourself and your family members, at least equivalent to Smic : titleContent full-time annual gross, or €22,404.20”
Main fee€350Official wording
“If the residence card is assigned to you, you must pay €350 (stamp duty of €50 + tax of €300 ) by tax stamps”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“Your spouse and minor children can benefit from the simplified procedure accompanying family”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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