Talent card: researcher
Who it's for: People with at least a master's-level degree who come to France to do research or teach at university level under a hosting agreement.
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Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Study place needed: Yes
- Minimum education: Master's degree
- Main fee: €350
- Salary threshold: €2,200
- Family can join: Yes
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €350 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Salary threshold | €2,200 | — | 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
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Study place neededYesOfficial wording
“Have a hosting agreement signed with an approved public or private body with a research or higher education mission”
Minimum educationMaster's degreeOfficial wording
“Have a degree at least equivalent to the master's degree”
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”
Salary threshold€2,200Official wording
“A minimum remuneration threshold of €2,200 brut applies to the researcher who has signed a research stay agreement”
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; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; 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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