The long-stay ‘Visitor’ visa is often presented as a simple solution for foreign nationals wishing to settle in France without engaging in professional activity. In reality, although it is based on a clearly defined legal framework, its implementation is more nuanced and its issuance remains uncertain. 1.   

Holders of a “Talent – Qualified Employee” or “EU Blue Card – Talent” residence permit may face job loss during the validity of their permit. This situation raises an essential question: can the residence permit still be renewed? *Talent – Qualified employee and Talent – Employee of an innovative company

In the context of professional immigration, work permits are an essential step in many foreign employee recruitment processes. However, over the past several months, processing times have increased significantly, forcing employers and candidates to rethink their schedules and practices.   Significant increase in processing times

Within the framework of professional immigration, the “Talent” long-stay visa is a key step for the settlement in France of highly qualified profiles.Traditionally issued for a short duration, this visa is now subject to a gradual evolution in consular practices, raising questions for both employers and employees. The

As of 1 January 2026, several significant changes will come into force in French immigration law. These developments are part of a broader policy aimed at strengthening integration requirements, notably through new linguistic and civic conditions.   While they primarily affect certain categories of residence permits,

The question of access to professional activity for the spouse holding a “Passeport Talent – Family” residence permit has long raised uncertainties, particularly with regard to business creation. Between legal ambiguities and divergent administrative practices, the situation lacked clarity. However, a recent clarification by the French authorities now

The decree of 21 August 2025 modifies the minimum remuneration for obtaining ‘Talent Salarié qualifié’ and ‘Talent Carte bleue européenne’ types of French residence permits.   Expected since the law of 30 April 2025 and the implementing decree of 13 June 2025 (mentioned in our