1-Year "Skills and Talent" France Visa [closed]

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I am American and have a PhD in computer science. I would like move to France for 1 year to improve my French and work on a tech-scientific project, completely self-funded.

Is the "Skill and Talent" (Carte Compétences & Talents) the best visa for me? If so, how difficult is it to prove the project contributes to France's scientific goals and get the visa request approved?






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Is France open for work visa?

The foreign national may begin work immediately upon arriving in France, subject to obtaining the work permit and then the appropriate long-stay visa. A long-stay visa equivalent to a residence permit can be granted if the duration of the contract or of the planned mission is less than 12 months.

Has France suspended visa applications?

Visa centres can accept all visa applications, regardless of vaccination status of applicants. It is not the responsibility of Visa application centres or the French Consulate to check if visa applicants are vaccinated. Information on the conditions for travel to France are displayed on official websites.

Is France accepting visa applications 2021?

As of April 7, 2021, France-Visas will provide students with the possibility of sending digital copies of their supporting documents when completing their visa application online. This optional procedure will allow an accelerated process by the external service provider (ESP).

Is France issuing long stay visas now?

For any stay in France exceeding 90 days, you are required to apply in advance for a long-stay vis. In this instance your nationality does not exempt you from requirements. Whatever the duration of your planned stay, the duration of your long-stay visa must be between three months and one year.



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