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What is a France ICT Seconded Employees?

The France Seconded Employee (“Salarié détaché ICT”) residence visa is intended for international company personnel who are sent to France to undertake specialized duties or hold high management positions.

This permission is valid for three years and cannot be renewed. Because seconded employees are considered temporary workers, they must leave France when the three-year period expires, unless they change to another sort of salaried employee residence permit.

Employees who are on short-term assignments of less than three months do not require a residency permit. Instead, they simply need to get an ICT Long-Stay Visa (VLS-TS).

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Eligibility Criteria for French ICT Seconded Employees?

  • The employee should hold the position of a specialist, senior manager, or a director.
  • They must have served in a senior role within the group for at least three months.
  • The employer based outside the European Union and the French company must be part of the same corporate group.
  • The employee must possess the necessary professional qualifications for the role they will undertake during the secondment.
  • Their salary must align with the standard pay for the same role in France.
  • An employment contract with their home company must outline the terms and conditions of the secondment.

Requirements To Obtain the Seconded Employee Long-Stay Visa (VL-TS)

To apply for the Seconded Employee Long-Stay ICT VISA, applicants need to submit the following documents:

  • A completed, signed, and dated VLS-TS visa application form (CERFA no. 14571*05).
  • A passport or travel document issued within the last ten years, valid for at least three months beyond the visa’s expiration date.
  • Two recent passport-sized photos.
  • A signed employment contract specifying the terms of employment and secondment to France, including details of salary.
  • Proof of medical travel insurance.
  • A criminal background check certificate.
  • Confirmation of accommodation arrangements in France.
  • A filled form (CERFA no. 15619*01) outlining details of the employment contract and the requirement for an ICT residence permit.
  • Proof that the gross salary meets or exceeds the national minimum wage in France.
  • Documentation verifying the relationship between the overseas employer and the host company in France.
  • Evidence of the employee’s seniority in the company (minimum of six months).
  • Receipt showing payment of the Long-Stay visa application fee.

All documents in languages other than French must be accompanied by certified French translations.

How to Apply for France ICT Seconded Employee VISA?

Applying for a France ICT (Intra-Company Transfer) Seconded Employee VISA involves specific steps and requirements. Here’s a detailed guide to help you navigate the process:

Step 1:

Determine Eligibility

The ICT VISA is for employees of multinational companies being transferred to a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in France. Key eligibility criteria include:

  • You must have been employed by the company for at least 3 months prior to the transfer.
  • The company in France must have a contractual relationship with your home company.
  • The role must involve management, specialized expertise, or a temporary assignment.
  • You will remain on the payroll of your home company during your assignment.
  • The maximum duration for an ICT Seconded Employee visa is 3 years (renewable annually).

Step 2:

Gather Required Documents

Prepare the following documents before starting the application process:

Valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

From your employer detailing your transfer, role, and salary.

Between the home company and the host company in France.

Between the home company and the host company in France.

Educational and professional certificates relevant to your role.

Bank statements or pay slips to demonstrate financial stability.

Proof of medical insurance covering your stay in France.

Confirmation of your residence in France.

Completed and signed.

Step 3:

Submit Application via the France-Visas Portal

The ICT VISA is for employees of multinational companies being transferred to a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in France. Key eligibility criteria include:

  • Go to the France-Visas Portal and create an account.
  • Complete the visa application form and upload the required documents.

Schedule an appointment with your nearest French consulate or visa application center (VFS).

Visa fees are approximately €99, but this can vary.

Step 4:

Attend Your VISA Appointment

On the appointment day:

  • Bring original documents and photocopies.
  • Provide biometric data (fingerprints and photographs).
  • Be ready to answer questions about your transfer and role.