- A little about the country
- Where to begin?
- Grounds for obtaining a residence permit
- Legal ways to move to France for permanent residence
- All works are good
- Think for yourself, decide for yourself
One of the most economically developed countries not only in Europe, but also in the world, France has consistently attracted migrants over the past decades. The opportunity to get a European education of the highest class, the proximity of cultural and historical heritage, ease of travel throughout the European Union, social guarantees and a high standard of living - these are just an incomplete list of reasons that make potential migrants look for an answer to the question of how to move to France.
A little about the country
The French Republic is considered one of the most beloved countries among migrants of all races and religions. Every tenth of its inhabitants is of foreign origin, and such concepts as "national minority" do not exist in the country.
Economically, France belongs to the highly developed countries, and its per capita GDP allows the country to confidently enter the first world five. The economic achievements are quite consistent with the standard of living of the French and the social guarantees that protect all French citizens.
The migration policy in the republic is more loyal to foreigners than in other European countries, and you can become a permanent resident here much faster.
Where to begin?
Any move should begin with obtaining a visa, without which it is impossible to enter the country legally. Depending on the purpose of the visit, you will be issued one of the long-term entry visas: for work or for a paid internship, for studying at a university in France or for family reunification.
Grounds for obtaining a residence permit
Obtaining a residence permit in France consists of two stages. First, the immigrant becomes the owner of a temporary residence permit, which is a kind of probationary period. In case of successful fulfillment of all the requirements of French law, the foreigner receives a permanent residence permit and the status of a resident of the country.
Depending on the goals that migrants who have arrived in the country wish to achieve, they receive a residence permit of various status:
- Visiteur is a residence permit that does not entitle you to work. It is issued for a period of one year and the conditions for obtaining it are no criminal record, medical insurance, a rental agreement or own real estate in France and confirmation of financial solvency at the rate of 1,300 euros per month. Usually, such a residence permit is received by students who come to study at the Sorbonne and other French universities.
- Travailleur Temporare - Residence permit for persons who have an invitation to work from a French company.
- De Commercant is a residence permit for entrepreneurs who are going to start their own business in France. The card is valid for one year, but it can be extended if the company meets certain working conditions.
Legal ways to move to France for permanent residence
You can move to live in France, as well as in other European countries, according to one of seven options provided for by the migration legislation of the republic:
- Conclusion of marriage with a citizen or citizen of the country. Sometimes the authorities even consider proof of civil marriage as a basis for obtaining a residence permit.
- Humanitarian grounds or obtaining refugee status.
- Business immigration or opening your own company in the country.
- Work contract with a French employer.
- Reunification with family members permanently living in France.
- French roots of the applicant for citizenship.
- Getting an education in France.
Ideally, you can apply for French citizenship after five years of permanent residence in the country legally.
All works are good
Labor immigration in France, like in other EU countries, is a very common phenomenon. However, in order to obtain a residence permit in this way, you will need to prove to a potential employer your own exclusivity and high qualifications. The right of first priority to get a job here is enjoyed first by local residents, and then by citizens of other EU countries. If you still managed to secure a work contract, obtaining a temporary residence permit will not be difficult. The document can be renewed if the employer decides to renew the contract.
For the first time, you can be content with temporary seasonal work, having received which, you can learn the language and find a more profitable and permanent option. As seasonal in France, workers are most often required for vineyards, agricultural enterprises, restaurants and hotels in resort areas. A good start for young people without experience and qualifications can be a place of a nanny in families or a handyman on construction sites.
Think for yourself, decide for yourself
France is not in vain considered a very fertile land, and the mild climate, varied nature, many resorts for various purposes are proof of this. And potential migrants here are guaranteed a low cost of education, the level of which occupies a worthy place in world rankings, and the availability of free highly qualified medical care.
But in order to obtain the coveted residence permit in France, you will have to learn the language, because successfully passing the French exam is a prerequisite for the migration authorities. You should be prepared for the fact that with the relative cheapness of budget housing in France, utility bills and taxes are very high.
