Who We Are
SoftStart is a boutique consultancy and service provider helping businesses and individuals succeed in France. We specialize in international expansion, cross-border relocation, and business setup services, combining expert legal, administrative, and market know-how with a human-first approach.
Our Mission
To make France accessible—whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, freelancer, or executive team. We remove the complexity of immigration, bureaucracy, and regulation so you can focus on what you do best: building, growing, and thriving.
What Sets Us Apart
- Unmatched Expertise: Decades of experience in French business law, immigration, tax, and operations.
- Multidisciplinary Team: Our team blends legal experts, HR professionals, startup mentors, market analysts, and relocation consultants—all multilingual, all aligned with your success.
- Proven Track Record: We’ve helped hundreds of companies, founders, and professionals from 30+ countries expand to France.
- All-in-One Service: From PoC to payroll, visas to VAT, business plans to boardrooms—we cover it all, seamlessly.
- People-Focused: Business is personal. That’s why our service is hands-on, customized, and always transparent.
Our Clients
We proudly serve:
- 🌍 Global Corporates expanding their footprint and relocating international teams
- 🚀 Startups & Scaleups entering the French and EU market
- 💼 SMEs seeking growth, validation, and presence in France
- 🧑💼 Freelancers and micro-entrepreneurs launching solo careers
- 🏢 Incubators & Accelerators seeking global soft landing support
- 💰 Investors securing residency, opportunities, and partnerships
Global Clients
More than a hundred satisfied customers from over 30 countries around the world:
Why France, Why SoftStart?
France is a gateway to the EU and a hub of innovation, talent, and opportunity. With SoftStart by your side, you gain not only access—but traction, insight, and the freedom to grow your vision confidently.
Let’s Build Your Future in France
Reach out to SoftStart and discover how we can make your next chapter in France smoother, faster, and smarter.