France

France talent residence permit — qualified employee

Policy overviewReviewed 2026-09-03

For qualified employees with an eligible French qualification and a work contract exceeding three months that meets the applicable pay rule.

Core requirements

QualificationRequired

The qualified-employee route requires a specified French advanced qualification or a qualification at least equivalent to a master's degree.

Job offerRequired

A French employment contract lasting more than three months is required.

SalaryRequired

Contract pay must meet the statutory threshold for this talent subcategory at the time of application.

Official sources

General educational information only, not personalized immigration or legal advice. Requirements can change; confirm them with the responsible government authority before acting. Next scheduled review: 2026-12-03.