France permanent residence route
1 current source-backed permanent residence pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-07-16
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residence route | Applicants generally need five years of regular and uninterrupted residence in France, adequate resources, health coverage and republican integration; the permanent-resident card authorizes work in France. | 2026-07-16 | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent Residence route | The exact page limits the statement to the EU long-term resident card issued in France and separately describes the five-year residence, resources, insurance, accommodation and integration requirements. | Official source |
| Permanent Residence route | The French Service-Public page states that an EU long-term resident card issued in France authorises the holder to work. | Official source |
Official sources
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