Stricter integration requirements – Civic exam and proficiency in the French language
As of January 1, 2026, two new separate integration requirements are now in effect under the Immigration Act of January 26, 2024: passing a civic exam and demonstrating sufficient French language proficiency.
Publication of a Decree modifying the compensation threshold for the issuance of some “talent” residence permits
A Decree dated 21 August 2025 modifies the compensation threshold for “talent – qualified employee” and “talent – European blue card” residence permits.
Publication of a new Decree relating to “talent”, “job search-business creation” and “entrepreneur/liberal profession” residence permits
A decree published on 13 June amends and clarifies several statuses relating to professional immigration.
Publication of a new list of occupations in shortage
A new list of occupations in shortage was published on 21 May 2025, significantly expanding the
occupations for which work permit applications will not require prior posting of a job offer for at least three weeks with France Travail, the French unemployment agency.
Relaxations on the “Talent-European Blue Card status”
This newsletter will focus on the relaxations regarding the “European Blue Card Talent” and “Family Talent” statuses further to the transposition of EU Directive 2021/1883.