Why apply for a France Professional Liberale Visa? 

• No specific age is required
• No requirement for IELTS/ PTE 
• Can work and travel throughout France
• Can apply for a PR after staying in the country for 4 consecutive years

What is the France Professional Liberale Visa? 

Eligible candidates who want to reside and work remotely in France are issued a Professional Liberale Visa. This is a long-stay visa with a validity period of one year. Candidates can renew the visa for up to four years if they provide evidence of income from the previous year equivalent to the French national minimum wage. The cost of the visa extension is around €225.

This visa permits candidates to either do remote work in France as a digital nomad or offer client services as an independent contractor. The services an independent contractor can offer include journalism, coding, virtually assisting, web designing, and more.

Candidates who have lived in the country for four consecutive years can apply for long-term residency to live in the country permanently. Upon meeting eligibility, they can further apply for French citizenship. 

France Professional Liberale Visa Eligibility

• Must be 18 years old
• Must be a non-EU citizen
• Must have a job beneficial to the local economy
• Must have accommodation in France
• Must be a highly qualified individual;
• Must have the required tools for working remotely
• Valid education relating to the profession
• No criminal record
• Must be financially stable equivalent with France around €20,966 Euros per year

Benefits of France Professional Liberale Visa 

• Can stay and work in France for one year 
• Can experience the rich culture and French cuisine
• Can avail many job opportunities and gain international exposure
• Can apply for permanent residency after three years of staying in France.

France Professional Liberale Visa Requirements

• A completed application form
• Copies of previous French visas 
• Scanned passport that 
• Letter of intent with a business plan and expected income in the upcoming years
• Evidence of professional work experience
• Relevant educational certifications 
• Proof of registration with the URSSAF (French body that manages social security)
• Proof of sufficient funding
• Bank statements showcasing income equivalent to France's minimum wage €20,966 euros per year
• Proof of private travel health Insurance of €30,000 
• Proof of residency in France, either a hotel invoice or apartment

How do you apply for a France Professional Liberale Visa?

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Step 2: Arrange the documents required

Step 3: Apply for the France Professional Liberale Visa 

Step 4: Submit all the required documents

Step 5: Get the visa and migrate to France

Processing Cost for a France Professional Liberale Visa 

The total processing cost for a France Profession Liberale visa is €324.

The table below lists the complete breakdown of the costs for a Professional Liberal visa.

Category	Cost
Application cost	€99
Tax fee at the French Office of Immigration and Integration (OFII)	€200
Stamp duty	€25

Processing Time for a France Profession Liberale Visa

The processing time for a France Profession Liberale Visa takes around 15 to 20 days.

How can Y-Axis assist you?

Sign up with Y-Axis, the world's No. 1 overseas immigration company, guides you to live in France as a Digital Nomad. Our thorough process and end-to-end support ensure you take the right action at every step. We help you with the following:

• Job search services  to find related jobs in France.
• Expert guidance in arranging a checklist of required documents. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does Professional Liberale consist of in France?

The liberal professions consist of jobs that require artistic and intellectual expertise. These jobs are either taken up individuals or in partnerships as they are distinguished by a level of autonomy. The list of occupations in the liberal profession sector includes the following:

Professions	Occupations
Legal professions	Solicitors, Lawyers, notaries, and legal consultants provide legal advice, representation, and services related to legal matters
Healthcare professions	Doctors, dentists, psychologists, therapists, and other healthcare professionals offer medical and therapeutic services to individuals.
Accounting and auditing professions	Certified public accountants, auditors, and tax consultants provide financial advice, accounting services, and ensure compliance with financial regulations
Architecture and engineering professions	Architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, and other engineering professionals specialize in designing, planning, and overseeing construction projects
Consulting professions	Management consultants, business consultants, and specialized consultants provide expert advice and assistance to organizations and individuals
Creative professions	Artists, writers, musicians, designers, and other creative professionals offer their artistic and creative services, including content creation, design, and artistic performances

 

• Can self –employed individuals move to France?

Yes, individuals who are self-employed can move to France by applying for a long-stay visa in France. This visa allows one to work and stay in the country for at least 1 year. After staying for 4 consecutive years, individuals can apply for a long-term resident permit to stay indefinitely. Eventually, they can apply for French citizenship upon eligibility.

 

• Do digital nomads need to apply for a health insurance while staying in France?

Yes, individuals that are granted a long-stay visa to France must apply for a health insurance to meet the needs and requirements for the period of the visa.

• How much do digital nomads living in France require for expenses?

Digital nomads living in France require around $4000 monthly. This is dependent on the choice of location of the digital nomad. 

Digital nomads choosing a famous city like Paris require around $5000 for monthly expenses, and for digital nomads choosing Montpelier, the monthly expenses will be around $3000 for monthly expenses. Digital nomads have the choice to stay in an Airbnb for a short period or stay in an apartment if they intend to live in the country for a long period of time.

• What are the steps to apply for a France Profession Liberale Visa?

Below are the steps required to apply for a France Professional Liberale Visa:

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Step 2: Arrange the documents required

Step 3: Apply for the France Professional Liberale Visa 

Step 4: Submit all the required documents

Step 5: Get the visa and migrate to France