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The VLS-TS Visiteur visa is a French residency permit for financially independent persons (FIP), allowing foreign nationals with income from abroad to live permanently in a developed EU jurisdiction. The status is regulated by the French “Code on the Entry and Residence of Foreigners” (CESEDA).
To qualify, applicants must demonstrate a monthly income of at least EUR 1,802 and provide documents proving ownership or rental of housing in France. The VLS-TS Visiteur visa grants the right to cross the French border without restriction, travel freely within the Schengen Zone, and extend residency rights to a spouse and children. The residence permit is issued for 12 months and can be renewed.
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Financially independent persons (FIP)
An ideal solution for those who receive stable income from international business and want European quality of life without employment requirements.
Families planning their European future
Asset holders and investors
Creates a reliable platform for tax optimization, succession planning, and efficient asset management in Europe.
People who think strategically
Allows you to maintain a backup residence plan in a politically stable country and travel visa-free to more than 45 countries.
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Mirsatori conducts a detailed review of your situation. Our legal team explains all key aspects of the VLS-TS Visiteur program and prepares a personalized strategy for obtaining French residency.
Learn moreThe Mirsatori team handles the collection and preparation of your full document package for residency, and assists with finding suitable property in France for rent or purchase.
Learn moreMirsatori specialists support the submission of your VLS-TS Visiteur application at the consulate and ensure issuance of the visa that allows you to legally reside in France until your residence card is issued.
Learn moreAfter arriving in France with the VLS-TS Visiteur visa, you complete the required medical examination and finalize your French residence permit within the official deadlines.
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France
Spain
Greece
Portugal
A Mirsatori specialist will create a personalized residency application plan for you, providing a detailed step-by-step analysis that considers your family composition, verified foreign income, and all related expenses.
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By becoming a French resident, you receive dedicated support from Mirsatori and access to exclusive services that help you adapt quickly in an EU country:
Spain
Greece
Portugal
A minimum of EUR 1,802 per month for the main applicant is required. For a married couple, the total must be at least EUR 2,700, plus EUR 540 for each additional child. The income must be passive and originate from sources outside France (such as dividends, rental income, or pensions).
No, this type of residence permit prohibits employment in France. Any paid work or business activity is not allowed, and violations may result in refusal of renewal or revocation of the permit.
You must reside in France for at least six months per year (183 days). Extended absences should be coordinated with the prefecture. It is recommended to keep a detailed record of your stay.
After five years of continuous residence in France. Applicants must demonstrate French language proficiency at level B1, knowledge of French history and culture, and have no criminal record.
You must demonstrate sufficient income, provide marriage and birth certificates with apostilles, valid health insurance, and proof of suitable housing. In this case, all family members receive residency status, though without the right to work.
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