After completing my studies abroad, can I get a job there and for how long in France for a Master's?
Yes, after a Master's in France you get a 12-month, non-renewable APS job search permit with full work rights, and once you secure a qualifying job you can move to the Passeport Talent, issued for up to four years, requiring a salary of roughly 1.5 times the French minimum wage.
Yes, you can stay and work in France after your Master's, and the country gives you a genuinely structured path rather than a vague promise. You start with a job search permit, then move into a longer term work status once you land a role.
The Path From Graduation to Long Term Work
| Stage | Duration | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|
| APS job search permit | 12 months, non-renewable for most nationalities | Full time work rights while you search, apply via ANEF before your student permit expires |
| Passeport Talent (Salarie Qualifie) | Up to 4 years, renewable | Requires a job contract and gross salary around 1.5 times the SMIC, roughly EUR 34,000 or more per year |
| Standard work visa | 1 year, renewable | Requires a job offer and a labor market check by DIRECCTE |
The Long Term Outlook
- After 5 years of continuous legal residence in France, including your studies, APS, and work permit time, you become eligible for a 10 year Resident Permit.
- The Passeport Talent route also lets your spouse or family join you under simplified family reunification rules.
My Advice
Apply for your APS through the ANEF portal 2 to 3 months before your student permit expires, do not wait until the last moment. While you search, aim specifically for roles that clear the Passeport Talent salary threshold, since that route gives you four renewable years instead of the shorter standard work visa.
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