Visitor visa
Expert Legal Support for the France Long Stay Visitor Visa
Your Global Move is an international law firm specialising in French immigration, working in English with clients from the UK, the US and elsewhere. We help non-EU citizens apply for the France long-stay visitor visa, which lets you live in France for over 90 days without taking up employment there. Your case is handled by Julio Vero (Paris Bar) or Matilde Gomes Xavier (Hauts-de-Seine Bar).
Your eligibility check is free; Long-Stay Visa fees start from €900.
France Long Stay Visa Requirements
Financial Eligibility for the France Visitor Visa
Prove you can financially support yourself during your stay, €17,735.19/year, through savings or regular income.
Full Private Health Insurance Coverage
You must hold full private health insurance covering all medical expenses for the duration of your stay in France.
Restrictions on Employment in France
The Visitor Visa does not allow employment or client work in France. You must not hold a French contract or invoice local companies.
Long-Stay Visa for France: Costly Mistakes to Avoid
Many applicants using a visitor visa service for France face unnecessary delays from avoidable errors. Understanding these mistakes helps you prepare a much stronger application.
- Incomplete proof of funds: Applicants often submit incomplete bank statements that fail to clearly demonstrate stable, consistent financial resources.
- Insufficient health insurance: Health policies that exclude repatriation or don’t cover full stay duration are frequently rejected outright.
- Weak accommodation evidence: Vague rental agreements or missing host invitation letters raise doubts about your planned living arrangements.
- Mentioning local employment: Referencing remote work for local clients or French contracts can trigger an immediate application refusal.
- Applying too late: Late applications leave little buffer for document corrections, sudden appointment delays, or unexpected processing backlogs.
Why clients choose Your Global Move
Licensed French immigration lawyer
One dedicated lawyer, start to finish
Honest eligibility check before you pay
Replies within one business day
Fixed fee agreed up front
Hundreds of applications approved
Live Legally in France with the Visitor Visa
The Visitor Visa allows non-EU nationals to live in France for over 90 days without taking up employment or client work in France—ideal for retirees, financially independent individuals, and long-term visitors. Enjoy Schengen travel, quality healthcare, and family inclusion—spouses and dependents can join you for an easy relocation experience. To qualify, you’ll need proof of funds, valid health insurance, and accommodation. Our lawyers manage every step for a fast, stress-free visa approval.
How Legal Experts Simplify the France Visitor Visa
Our immigration lawyers simplify the Visitor Visa process, handling documentation, appointments, and compliance for a seamless application.
Your Path to a Long-Stay Visitor Visa for France
Securing your France visitor visa follows four stages designed to keep your application moving smoothly
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How much money do I need to show for a visitor visa?
There’s no single fixed amount, but as a guide you should show stable resources at least equal to the French minimum wage, €17,735.19 a year for one person. The exact expectation depends on your circumstances and household, which we assess with you
2. Can I work remotely while staying in France on a long stay visitor visa for France?
Not for clients or employers in France. The visa does not authorise employment or client work in France. You should not hold a French employment contract or invoice French companies under this status, and that includes work performed remotely for clients based in France.
3. What documents do I need for my visitor visa application?
You need proof of financial resources, comprehensive private health insurance, suitable accommodation, the required forms, and supporting documents. We review the full file to identify missing, inconsistent, or potentially problematic evidence before submission.
4. What type of health insurance do I need for a long-term visitor visa for France?
You need private health insurance that covers your medical expenses for the entire stay in France. Policies with exclusions, or without required coverage such as repatriation, can create problems during the visa assessment, so we check this carefully before submission.
5. When should I start preparing my France visitor visa application?
Start several months before you plan to travel. You must apply before travelling, and an early start gives you room for document corrections, appointment availability, and processing delays without disrupting your planned move.
6. What happens after I arrive in France on a long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS)?
Your long-stay visitor visa can be issued as a VLS-TS “visiteur”, a long-stay visa that also serves as your residence permit for 4 to 12 months. If so, you must validate it online on the ANEF portal and pay a fee within 3 months of arriving. If you were given a temporary long-stay visa (VLS-T) instead, you must leave France when it ends. To stay longer after a VLS-TS, you apply for a residence card before it expires. We confirm which visa fits your plans before you apply.
7. Can my spouse and children join me if I move to France on a visitor visa for France?
Yes—your spouse or dependents may be able to join you, either initially or later, depending on their circumstances. Each family member needs appropriate documentation and their own immigration status throughout their stay.
8. Will I become a tax resident of France if I stay there for most of the year?
Possibly—staying in France for more than 183 days in a year can make you a French tax resident, depending on your circumstances. Tax residency can create obligations concerning your worldwide income under French tax rules.
9. Can I extend my stay after my visitor visa expires?
Yes, but you must act before your current visa expires. Depending on your circumstances, this may involve renewing the visitor visa or transitioning to another applicable residence permit.
10. What does a French visitor visa lawyer actually do during my application?
Your lawyer handles the legal and administrative stages of your case—document guidance, review, application preparation, submission, appointment preparation, and compliance support—and stays involved throughout, keeping you personally informed.
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