Hi All,

I realise there is oodles of information on French visa’s, work permits, residences etc etc both on this site and on the web. But, I, like everyone else seem to come across conflicting information.

My situation :

I am an Australian married to a British citizen, I currently work in UK with all associated permits etc. I have been offered a job in France and would like to move family over there. The job is very specialised and the company are beginning the process of applying for a Foreign national visa based on them being unable to find a European with required skills.

My Problem:

I know from this website and the French consulate in London that I have the right to work in France based on my marriage which would allow me to work immediately upon arrival in France rather than wait 3-4 months, however, my future employer contacted the Prefecture de la Loire-Atlantique to be told that I am only permitted to work with a Foreign National visa and that although I was entitled a Carte de Sejour that only gave me residence and did not entitle me to work.

My Question(s):
How can I prove to the employer that I do not need to wait for the foreign national visa before I am allowed to start work. They, with good reason, are doing as they are told by the local Prefecture.
Is this just a case of a misinformed local Prefecture?

 

Great info EasyExpat. Most helpful.

Maybe not exactly what I wanted to hear but it lets me know where I stand. )

Of course the next question is........any ideas or links on where to find info about my wife registering a company in France. All my french friends have suggested that it is a jungle out there for those wanting to start a legitimate business. I can't imagine the difficulty in starting one just for a visa. You say the rules have been simplified - I hope you are right.

Thanks again for you your help

Doz

 

Thx once again EasyExpat.

My wife always wanted to run a business in France