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4 programs for France. Explore the options and get an expert assessment.
The standard French work permit for non-EU nationals on a permanent (CDI) or fixed-term (CDD) contract who do not meet the Talent thresholds. Unlike the Talent route, the employer must obtain prior work authorisation, including a labour-market test.
The French implementation of the EU Blue Card, issued as a 'Talent' card for highly qualified non-EU workers. The 2025 reform lowered the minimum contract length to six months and broadened eligibility, with a salary threshold above the standard qualified-employee level.
A multi-year 'Talent' residence card (up to four years) for skilled employees with a master's-level degree and a qualifying French job, renamed from the 'Passeport Talent' by the January 2024 immigration law. No labour-market test applies, and family members receive a 'Talent — famille' card with work rights.
Yes. Your spouse and minor children receive a 'Talent — famille' residence card for the same duration, with the right to work as an employee without a labour-market test.
The EU long-term resident card requires five years of continuous legal residence. The ten-year resident card is granted on status grounds (such as marriage or family ties) rather than a fixed residence period.
No. Talent card sub-categories, including the EU Blue Card, are exempt from the labour-market test that applies to the standard work permit.
Yes, in most cases. With the right qualification and a qualifying job or project, you can change status directly at your prefecture without returning home.
The International Mobility Program (IMP) is a great option for workers whose jobs are exempt from a labour market test, including intra-company transfers and treaty-based professionals.
The Working Holiday visa (subclass 417) allows young adults from eligible countries to holiday and work in Australia, with requirements including a passport from an eligible country, being aged 18-30 (or 35 for some nationalities), and having sufficient funds.
International Experience Canada (IEC) is a program that allows young adults from partner countries to work and travel in Canada.
The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) is a post-study work visa designed for recent international graduates of eligible Australian qualifications.
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Work abroad — France
