Difficulties in Getting an Appointment at the Prefecture
Prefecture Relations
You need to contact the prefecture or sub-prefecture of your place of residence
Shortage occupations in 2025
Visa / Passport
On May 22, 2025, a new list of occupations under strain was published in application of the law of January 26, 2024 relating to occupations under strain (known as the Darmanin law).
Obtaining French nationality through naturalization
Nationality
Acquiring French nationality by naturalization (a procedure by decree) is subject to specific conditions and a regulated administrative process.
The seasonal worker visa: a strict framework
Visa / Passport
The 'seasonal worker' residence permit allows foreign nationals to come and work in France… but