Unless they are seconded or a worker with a permanent contract (Contrat aduree indeterminée) a foreigner who wishes to stay in france for work purposes must obtain a visa serving as a residence permit. It will usually be granted for a period of one year. Applicants must prove that they have sufficient financial means to support themselves and have valid health insurance. Find out https://euworkers.fr/

Many companies in the hospitality, logistics and administration industries use temporary workers to address their fluctuating staffing needs. These positions generally pay between EUR 9 and 14 per hour.

The use of temporary contracts, CDD or contrats de travail temporaire (TT), has increased in recent years as a response to a mismatch between the number of companies with specific short-term hiring requirements and the supply of qualified employees. Examples include the replacement of an employee, a temporary increase in activity, seasonal peak work or projects which repeat roughly at the same time each year, such as IT updating, audits etc.

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As a result, the permanent employment contract, CDI or Contrat aduree indeterminée, is now a rarity. Those with such contracts have job security, but can still be dismissed if there is serious wrongdoing or a lack of suitable replacements (in which case compensation will be paid). Any disputes are settled by the local conseil de prud’hommes, not a professional court. Workers with a private contrat are guaranteed a minimum of 24 hours per week (though it can be lower by mutual agreement). In any event, the contract must specify a maximum duration and the possibility of renewal.