Do you meet the financial requirements for a France long-stay visa?
Consulates don't publish one clear number — and blogs contradict each other (€1,400? €1,800? €1,843?). Get your real readiness score in 60 seconds, based on 2026 consulate benchmarks, with sources.
Why trust this
Updated July 2026Our benchmark is the French net minimum wage (SMIC): €1,478/month as of June 1, 2026 (€1,443 as of January 1, 2026) — published on service-public.fr, the official French administration site.
Methodology, in three lines:
1. We benchmark your resources against the official SMIC figure consulates use in practice. 2. We apply per-person and savings-only rules observed across consulate decisions. 3. Where practice varies, we show a range — never a made-up precise number.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an official income threshold for the France long-stay visa?
No. France doesn't publish a single official number. In practice, consulates benchmark against the French net minimum wage (SMIC) and assess each file case by case. That's why blogs quote different figures — they're all approximating the same unpublished benchmark.
How does it work for a couple or with children?
Consulates generally expect roughly one benchmark per adult. For children, practice varies by consulate — expect an uplift of about 30–50% on the household requirement. Our calculator shows a range rather than a falsely precise number.
Can I qualify with savings instead of income?
Yes. With no regular income, consulates typically look for savings covering the full stay — a commonly used proxy is around €17,000 per person per year. Regular, documented funds matter more than a large one-time deposit.
What's the refund policy on the kit?
Full refund anytime, no questions asked. The kit ships August 5 — if it's late or not what you expected, you get your money back.