France Immigration & Prestigious Education

Talent Passport

Multi-year residence for highly skilled professionals

• Duration: 4 years renewable
• Salary: €53,836+ annual
• Education: Masters or 5 years experience
• Family: Included with work rights
• Sectors: IT, Engineering, Research

EU Blue Card

EU-wide work permit for qualified professionals

• Salary: 1.5x average (€40,000+)
• Education: 3+ year degree
• Validity: 1-4 years renewable
• EU Mobility: Work across Europe
• Permanent: After 5 years

APS (Post-Study)

1-year work permit after completing French degree

• Eligibility: French graduates
• Duration: 12 months job search
• Work Rights: Full-time employment
• Switch: To Talent Passport/Employee
• No Job Required: At application

• Software Engineers (Python, Java, React)
• Data Scientists & AI Specialists
• Cloud Architects & DevOps
• Cybersecurity Engineers

• Aerospace (Airbus, Safran, Thales)
• Automotive (Renault, Peugeot)
• Mechanical & Industrial Engineers
• Civil & Electrical Engineers

• Medical Doctors (EU recognized)
• Nurses (French language B2)
• Pharmacists & Lab Technicians
• Medical Researchers

• Financial Analysts & Accountants
• Business Consultants
• Marketing & Sales Managers
• Supply Chain Professionals

Low Tuition

Public universities: €170-600/year Bachelor, €250-700/year Masters.

English Programs

1,500+ English-taught programs. French skills boost careers.

Work Rights

964 hours/year part-time. 1-year APS post-graduation.

Quick Facts

• Intakes: Sept/Oct, Jan (some)
• Part-time: 964 hours/year
• APS: 1-year job search permit

Costs

Eligibility & Documents

• Academic transcripts and degree
• English/French proficiency (as required)
• SOP, LORs, resume
• Proof of funds and accommodation
• Campus France procedure (if applicable)

Application Steps

1. Shortlist program/university
2. Prepare documents and apply
3. Offer and enrollment
4. Visa file and campus procedures
5. Arrival and registration