Effective 1 June 2026, the French Government increased the Salaire minimum interprofessionnel de croissance (SMIC). While this annual adjustment is generally viewed as an employment law measure, it also has important consequences under French immigration law. Unlike many immigration systems where salary thresholds are fixed by regulation, several

In a decision dated May 5, 2026, the French Supreme Administrative Court (Conseil d’État) reaffirmed that the digitalization of administrative procedures must never deprive individuals of effective access to their rights. This ruling marks an important development regarding the functioning of ANEF (Administration Numérique pour

When hiring foreign workers in France, employers may be subject to a specific levy known as the employer tax, which follows precise rules regarding scope, exemptions, and payment obligations. A Targeted Scope of ApplicationThe employer tax applies to first-time residence permits in France granted for the purpose of

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