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Working in France – Salaried Employee Visa

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    A New Life
  • 11 hours ago
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Who This Visa Is For

This visa applies to individuals:

  • Offered a job by a French employer

  • Sponsored by a French company

  • Transferred within an international group


Key Requirements

  • Signed employment contract

  • Work authorisation issued by French authorities

  • Salary meeting minimum legal thresholds

  • Relevant qualifications


The employer must apply for authorisation before you submit your visa request.


What This Visa Allows

  • Work only for sponsoring employer

  • Live in France full time

  • Family members may join (separate application)


After Arrival

  • Validate visa

  • Receive residency card

  • Renew before expiry


Please Note: If employment ends, your residency status may be affected.


Long-Term Options

After several years of continuous legal residence:

  • Multi-year card

  • 10-year resident card

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