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- France currently has no official digital nomad visa, and remote work is no longer permitted under the Visitor Visa as of June 2025.
- Eligible visa alternatives for remote workers include the Self-Employed Visa (Profession Libérale), Talent Passport, and Entrepreneur Visa.
- Employers and HR teams must ensure remote employees have proper work authorization, valid residence permits, and meet income and qualification requirements.
- To stay compliant, HR should guide employees through visa selection, insurance coverage, and proof of financial means before relocating to France.
As a company HR looking to support remote workers relocating to France, understanding the current visa landscape is crucial. France doesn’t yet offer a dedicated digital nomad visa, but there are tailored visa options available for remote workers and freelancers who want to live legally and work remotely in France.
No Official Digital Nomad Visa Yet
France currently does not have a specific visa for digital nomads. Remote workers often consider the Visitor Visa (Visa de Long Séjour Visiteur) for stays longer than 90 days. However, since June 2025, France has officially prohibited remote work on a visitor visa, even if working for foreign clients or employers outside France. Remote work while on a visitor visa is no longer allowed by French tax authorities.
Legal Visa Alternatives for Remote Work
HR should advise remote employees on these visa pathways to ensure compliance with French immigration laws:
- Self-Employed Visa (Profession Libérale): Suitable for freelancers and consultants working remotely with international or French clients. This visa allows holders to live and work in France legally while providing remote services.
- Talent Passport: A streamlined option for highly skilled professionals or entrepreneurs who meet specific salary and qualification thresholds, offering long-term residence and work rights.
- Entrepreneur Visa: For remote workers starting a business in France, allowing legal residence and business activities.
Key Employer Considerations for Remote Work Visas
- Remote workers must hold valid work authorization and residence permits to comply with French labor and immigration regulations.
- Employers may need to submit work permit applications and support visa processing depending on the visa type chosen.
- Salary, professional qualifications, and proof of self-sufficiency are commonly required to support visa applications.
Supporting Remote Employees in France
HR teams should guide remote employees to:
- Obtain comprehensive health insurance valid for the duration of the stay in France.
- Provide documentation proving remote employment or self-employment.
- Demonstrate financial means at or above the French minimum wage to meet self-sufficiency requirements for visas.
By advising remote workers correctly and choosing the appropriate visa type, companies can ensure smooth and legal remote work arrangements in France that comply with the latest 2025 visa regulations.
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