The Salarié long-stay visa and residence permit are intended for foreign nationals planning to work in France under an employment contract. We handle applications filed through the French consulate, as well as the issue or change of status within France where this is provided for by law.
The permit grants the right to work in France for the employer named in the work authorisation. The employment contract may be a CDI or a CDD.
Validity Period
Salarié permit can be issued for up to 4 years. In practice:
- Initially — 1-year permit
- Then 4-year renewal when meeting integration conditions
Conditions for 4-Year Renewal
- Proof of French language level A2
- Completion of mandatory integration courses
- Four-day course on Republic values and French history
- Interview at the prefecture
Processing
Autorisation de travail
Obtaining work authorization (average processing time from 2 months)
Visa or Status Change
Obtaining work visa or changing status if already in France
Obtaining titre de séjour
Prefecture submission and receiving permit card
Family Reunification and Prospects
- Status allows family reunification
- After 5 years of legal residence — right to resident card
- Right to apply for French citizenship
Pricing
- Salarié permit support: €950 (one adult)
- DCEM for child: €450
- Visa fee and certified translations — separate
We accompany the client at all stages: define strategy, prepare documents, support work authorization process, and provide integration assistance after receiving the permit.
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