Residence card "employee" or "temporary worker"
Who it's for: People from outside Europe who have found a job in France, on a permanent or a fixed-term contract.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: Yes
- Main fee: €350
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €350 | — | service-public.gouv.frOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
2 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededYesOfficial wording
“Your employer must make the request for work authorization before your entry into France”
Main fee€350Official wording
“You have to pay €350 (tax of €300 + stamp duty of €50 ) by tax stamps”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Can lead to permanent residence; Decision time; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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