The Salarié (employee) permit is for foreign nationals who have an employer in France ready to officially formalize employment (CDI or CDD) with subsequent permit processing.
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
1
Autorisation de travail
Obtaining work authorization (average processing time from 2 months)
2
Visa or Status Change
Obtaining work visa or changing status if already in France
3
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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