The French government announced many amendments and regulatory changes regarding the country's immigration law. All details will be announced soon. These amendments are related to tightening the rules and conditions for the residence of foreigners and international students in France.
A major change in French immigration regulations
French immigration regulations are expected to see major changes in the near future, which international students studying in the country should prepare for. The French government makes it difficult for foreign citizens to reside, study, and work in the country.
Stricter regulations for international tourists in France
The French Parliament recently passed a new law that includes stricter regulations for international tourists. Students from other countries will notice a big change: a deposit is now required when applying for a student visa.
The deposit must be paid upon departure
Upon departure from France, the foreign national must pay the specified deposit, regardless of whether the residence permit is renewed, the reason for renewal changes, or the residence permit expires.
Guarantee amount
While the exact amount of the bond has not yet been determined, the bill stipulates that it is withheld when the alien successfully avoids deportation.
Students from low-income foreign countries who have excelled academically or professionally at university may be eligible for a reduction in refundable deposit requirements.
Social welfare benefits
The social welfare benefits system has also undergone major changes. French social benefits, such as childcare, are subject to a 30-month residency requirement for citizens of non-EU countries. Unless they have worked for five years, foreigners living in France will not be able to receive benefits.
Labor shortage
Another point to note is that businesses and areas such as restaurants, construction sites and farms have difficulty finding enough workers, so non-EU foreigners who do not have a work or residence permit can apply for this. To qualify, the foreign worker must have spent at least three years in France and worked for at least twelve months during the previous two years, but that period does not have to be consecutive.
Provide proof of a stable income and health insurance
Finally, foreign citizens now have to wait at least 24 months (compared to the previous 18 months) after obtaining the right to live in France, and must provide proof of a stable income and health insurance before they can apply for family members. To join them. Instead of the current age of 18 years, the minimum age for couples wishing to travel to France is 21 years.
A comprehensive analysis of numbers related to immigration to France
Every year, the administration must inform Parliament of its immigration plans in a report. This report must include a comprehensive analysis of the following figures: the total number of people who obtained or were denied residence permits, the total number of family reunifications approved, the total number of illegal immigrants deported or expelled, and the total number of immigrants who obtained citizenship French.
Provisions may be added or removed when the French Constitutional Council continues to adopt proposed new immigration legislation.
