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France Digital Nomad Visa: Visitor Visa | How To Apply

May 6, 2025

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In this video, Immigration Consultant Azela Hadia dives into the details of France’s Visitor Visa – a key option for digital nomads looking to work remotely from one of the world’s most iconic destinations. If you are planning to live and work in France while enjoying its rich history, culture and stunning landscapes, this video will guide you through the eligibility requirements, the application process and everything you need to know about the Visitor Visa for digital nomads.

What’s Covered in This Video:
✔️ Overview of France’s Visitor Visa for Digital Nomads
✔️ Key benefits and restrictions
✔️ Who is eligible to apply for the Visitor Visa
✔️ How to apply for the Visitor Visa
✔️ Tips for a smooth application process

Fragomen can help make your digital nomad journey to France as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our team of immigration professionals will guide you through the application process, ensuring you avoid common mistakes and delays.

 


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France Digital Nomad Visa: Can You Use a Visitor Visa to Work Remotely? 

 

While France doesn’t offer a formal Digital Nomad Visa, many remote workers are turning to the Visitor Visa (Visa de Long Séjour Visiteur) as an effective solution for living in France while working for employers or clients abroad. Here's what you need to know about using the Visitor Visa as a digital nomad. 

What Is the France Visitor Visa? 

The Visitor Visa allows foreign nationals to stay in France for more than 90 days, up to one year, with the option to renew. It's ideal for individuals who want to immerse themselves in French life—without engaging in local employment. 

Key Benefits for Digital Nomads 

      • No Local Job Requirement – You don’t need to prove employment in France or run a local business. 
      • Cultural Immersion – Live like a local and enjoy France’s rich culture and lifestyle. 
      • Potential Pathway to Residency – With renewals, this visa can open the door to longer-term residence options. 

Important Limitations 

The Visitor Visa is not a work visa. You must not take on any paid work in France. Specifically: 

      • You may only work remotely for a foreign company or clients outside France. 
      • Your remote work must be conducted from your personal residence in France. 
      • You must show financial self-sufficiency, typically equal to or above the French minimum wage for the duration of your stay. 
      • You must have comprehensive health insurance valid for your entire stay. 

Who Is This Visa For? 

This visa is commonly used by: 

      • Remote employees working for non-French companies 
      • Freelancers or consultants with international clients 
      • Entrepreneurs managing businesses registered outside of France 

If you’re looking to work remotely while enjoying the romantic streets of Paris, the vineyards of Bordeaux, the sun-soaked Riviera, or the quiet charm of Provence—this visa could be for you. 

Application Requirements for Digital Nomads 

To apply, you’ll typically need: 

      • Proof of remote employment or self-employment, such as an employment letter, business registration, or contracts with foreign clients 
      • Evidence of sufficient income, often in the form of recent bank statements or salary slips 
      • Valid health insurance 
      • Accommodation details in France 
      • A handwritten certificate of honor confirming that you will not engage in paid work in France 

How to Apply for the France Visitor Visa 

Here’s a step-by-step overview: 

      1. Check Your Eligibility 
        Ensure you meet requirements for financial support, health insurance, and accommodation. 
      2. Prepare Your Documents 
        Gather your passport, proof of income, insurance coverage, accommodation details, and certificate of honor. 
      3. Submit Your Application 
        Apply through the French consulate in your country of residence and book an appointment for an in-person interview. 
      4. Wait for Approval 
        Processing times vary but usually take 2–4 weeks. 
      5. Travel to France 
        Once approved, you can enter France as soon as your visa becomes valid. 

Note: Visa approval is at the discretion of the French Consulate, and there is no guarantee of acceptance. 

After Arrival: What to Do in France 

Once in France, don’t forget these required steps: 

      • Validate your visa online within 3 months of arrival 
      • Pay the government fee of €200 
      • Attend a medical exam with the French Immigration Office (OFII) 

How Fragomen Can Help 

Navigating French immigration rules can be complex, but Fragomen is here to simplify the process. Our team provides end-to-end support, from eligibility assessments and document preparation to submission and post-arrival requirements. 

Let us handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your remote work experience in France. 

Want to explore more digital nomad visa options?

Check out our full series covering countries worldwide.  


Visa de Long Séjour Visiteur en France - Comment déposer une demande

 
Bonjour, Je suis Azela du cabinet Fragomen, le leader mondial en matière d'immigration.
 
Aujourd'hui, je vais vous parler du visa visiteur destiné aux travailleurs nomades numériques en France. Cela fait partie de notre série dédiée aux visas permettant le télétravail international, dans laquelle nous explorons le visa « Digital Nomad » et les options pays par pays. 
 
Si vous trouvez cette vidéo utile ou si vous souhaitez être informé des nouveautés en matière d'immigration, n'oubliez pas de « liker » cette vidéo et de vous abonner. 
 
Vous pouvez également suivre Fragomen sur nos autres réseaux sociaux, dont les liens figurent sur notre profil.  
 
Entrons dans le vif du sujet ! 
 
Bien que la France ne dispose pas de visa nomade, il existe une option qui permet le télétravail international : le visa visiteur. 

Qu'est-ce que le visa visiteur?

Le visa visiteur, également connu sous le nom de visa de long séjour visiteur, est destiné aux personnes qui souhaitent séjourner en France pendant plus de trois mois mais ne permet pas d'y exercer un travail rémunéré.

Les avantages du visa de visiteur sont : 

      • Flexibilité - Contrairement au visa nomade, le visa visiteur ne vous oblige pas à avoir un emploi ou une entreprise en France.
      • Immersion culturelle - Vous avez la possibilité de découvrir pleinement la culture et le mode de vie français, sans avoir besoin d'un permis de travail local.
      • Voie d'accès à la résidence de longue durée - Ce visa peut également servir de tremplin pour obtenir une résidence permanente en France.

Toutefois, il existe quelques limitations importantes:

Tout d'abord, aucun emploi local n'est autorisé avec le visa visiteur. Cela veut dire que:
      • Vous ne pouvez pas être rémunéré par une entreprise ou un client en France.
      • Vous devez travailler uniquement pour votre employeur dans votre pays d'origine.
      • Vous ne pouvez travailler qu'à partir d’une adresse personnelle et pour le compte de votre employeur dans votre pays d'origine.
 
De plus, l'indépendance financière est requise. Vous devez prouver que vous disposez de ressources suffisantes pour subvenir à vos besoins en France. Ces ressources doivent être au moins égales au salaire minimum français (SMIC) pour la durée de votre séjour.
 
Enfin, vous devez disposer d'une assurance médicale complète qui couvre toute la durée de votre séjour en France.

Vous vous demandez peut-être qui peut bénéficier d'un visa visiteur et comment en déposer une demande? 

Ce visa est très populaire parmi les télétravailleurs, les travailleurs indépendants et les entrepreneurs qui souhaitent découvrir le mode de vie français tout en continuant à travailler pour des clients ou des entreprises à l'étranger. Il convient parfaitement à toute personne souhaitant concilier le travail et la découverte de l'une des destinations les plus captivantes au monde.
 
Vous pourrez accéder à des destinations incroyables dans toute la France, que ce soient les rues romantiques de Paris, les vignobles paisibles de Bordeaux ou encore la luxueuse Côte d'Azur.

Pour les nomades numériques en particulier, vous aurez besoin:

Tout d'abord, une attestation confirmant que vous travaillez à distance ou que vous êtes indépendant, par exemple des contrats avec des clients étrangers, une déclaration d'activité ou une lettre d'emploi de votre entreprise.
 
D'autre part, la preuve de revenus ou de ressources suffisants pour subvenir à vos en France, généralement démontrée par des relevés bancaires ou une preuve de salaire.

Maintenant, voici un aperçu rapide de la procédure de demande de visa visiteur:

      • Tout d'abord, vous devez déterminer si vous êtes éligible. Assurez-vous que vous remplissez les conditions requises et que vous pouvez justifier de vos ressources, d’une assurance médicale et d’un hébergement en France.
      • Ensuite, vous devez préparer vos documents. Il s'agit notamment de votre passeport et de la preuve de vos ressources financières, comme des relevés bancaires ou des bulletins de salaire. Si vous ne disposez pas de ressources personnelles suffisantes, vous pouvez également vous faire financer par un tiers. 
      • Veuillez également noter que vous devez attester sur l’honneur que vous n’exercerez aucune activité professionnelle en France 
      • Ensuite, soumettez votre demande et prenez rendez-vous en ligne. Vous devrez soumettre votre demande en personne au consulat de France de votre pays de résidence légale 
      • Enfin, il ne vous reste plus qu'à attendre l'approbation de votre demande.

Les délais de traitement peuvent varier, mais ils sont généralement de deux à quatre semaines.
 
Une fois votre visa délivré, vous pouvez entrer en France. 
 
Il est important de souligner que la délivrance du visa relève entièrement du pouvoir discrétionnaire du consulat et qu'il n'y a aucune garantie qu'il soit accordé.

Passons maintenant aux formalités après l'arrivée:

Une fois que vous aurez une adresse personnelle en France, vous devrez valider votre visa. Cette étape confirme votre droit de résider en France et doit être effectuée dans les trois mois suivant votre arrivée. 
 
Vous devrez également vous acquitter d'une taxe administrative de 200 euros à ce stade.
 
Par ailleurs, une visite médicale à l'Office français de l'immigration (OFII) est requise.

Comment Fragomen peut-il vous aider?

Naviguer dans le processus de demande de visa peut être complexe, mais c'est là que Fragomen intervient. Nous nous occupons de tout pour vous – de l’étude de faisabilité à la préparation et à la soumission des documents. - rendant votre procédure d'immigration aussi claire et fluide que possible. 
 
Notre équipe d'avocats expérimentés en matière d'immigration veillera à ce que votre demande soit précise et complète, vous aidant ainsi à éviter les erreurs et les retards coûteux.
 
Enfin, n'oubliez pas d'explorer les autres vidéos de cette liste pour en savoir plus sur les options de visa pour les nomades numériques dans d'autres pays et faire votre chemin autour du monde. 
 
Si vous avez trouvé cette vidéo utile, n'oubliez pas de « liker » et de vous abonner pour accéder à d'autres contenus intéressants de Fragomen.
 
Pour en savoir plus sur le cabinet ou demander conseil en matière d'immigration, visitez le lien dans la description et contactez le bureau Fragomen le plus proche de chez vous.

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