France

France's 35-hour week, extensive social protections, and growing aide-soignant demand make it an attractive European destination.

Demand

High

Language

French

Processing

6–9 months

Currency

EUR

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Caregivers

Demand & salary

€24,000–€30,000

Average annual gross for full-time caregiver roles.

Home care, residential and hospital positions available
Minimum 1 year of experience typically required
Employer-sponsored relocation and orientation

Auxiliary nurses

Demand & salary

€30,000–€44,000

Average annual gross for full-time auxiliary nurse roles.

Acute care, geriatrics, and community nursing openings
Nursing diploma or degree required
Continuing education funded by most employers

Requirements & benefits

Working conditions, licensing, and immigration essentials for France.

Language requirement

French B2

Licensing

DE Aide-soignant / IDE recognition

Visa pathway

Passeport Talent or salarié visa

Working hours

35 hrs/week

Paid leave

25 days + RTT days

Healthcare

Sécurité Sociale

Pension

Régime général + complémentaire

Permanent residency

Carte de résident after 5 years

Relocation cost

€3,000–€4,500

Cost of living

Moderate to High

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