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We decode for you the news of the sector
to ensure your regulatory watch
We decode for you the news of the sector to ensure your regulatory watch
The Entry-Exit System: the Schengen area strengthens its controls
The revision of the Schengen Borders Code on 13 May introduced major changes to strengthen security at the Schengen area’s external borders. The most expected measure is the introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES).
Teleworking in France: a guide for foreign nationals
Are you a foreign national who wants to telework from France?
In this article, ITAMA tells you what you need to do to make it happen!
France-South Korea agreement: easier mobility for professionals
On 17 September 2015, France and South Korea signed an agreement facilitating the mobility of professionals and trainees between the two countries, for stays of more than 3 months.
2024 Olympics – administrative formalities for coming to France
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are fast approaching and drawing the world’s attention to the French capital. Whether you’re a keen spectator, a participating athlete or a company working for the event, coming to watch this historic event from abroad requires certain administrative formalities.
In this article, ITAMA tells you what you need to do, depending on your profile.
France’s visa crisis : Hermelin report’s analysis
ITAMA has analysed for you the main proposals that would have an impact on professional immigration.
British employees: continuing to work in France after Brexit
Your British employees are regularly coming to work in France ? Following the Brexit, rules have changed, and they might impact your employees. What needs to be done ? ITAMA tells you all about it!
Immigration law in Germany: changes linked to the residence card “Talent Passport – European Blue Card”
Following the October 2021 EU directive on skilled immigration, Germany has passed a new immigration law. What’s new?
Hiring a foreign student: how to proceed
What are the points to watch out for and how to go about it? ITAMA tells you everything!
France’s new immigration bill: what possible impacts on professional immigration?
ITAMA will follow the next versions closely but it is interesting to analyse what the initial version of the draft proposes and the potential impacts on professionnal immigration. Here are some insights.
Tax due by employers of foreign workers : changes in the declaration and payment methods
From 02/2024, companies will declare once a year the hiring of foreign labor on an annex to the VAT form.
Professional immigration: 4 case studies
For more than 11 years, ITAMA has been assisting companies in their professional immigration procedures. Among the many problems encountered, here...
Temporary protection Ukraine: renewal and change of status
In France, Temporary protection granted to many Ukrainian nationals is expiring this month – September 2022. How to stay in France after this date?
Shortage occupation list: what you need to know
Implemented in 2008 and updated for the first time in 2011, French shortage occupation list includes 30 professional categories (approximately 750...
Entry into force of the Global Business Mobility visa in the UK
In order to adapt to the effects of Brexit and the labour shortage, the United Kingdom (UK) has recently changed its immigration legislation.
Why use a professional immigration firm?
In addition to relieving your HR and mobility department, a professional immigration firm ensures compliance with the legislation in force and accelerates your projects.
Another reevaluation of the French Minimum Wage (SMIC) in May 2022
In May 2022, the French minimum wage goes from 1603,12 euros to 1645,58 euros. A 2,65% rise.
Apostille: definition and list of countries concerned
Apostille is a stamp used to authenticate a document to a foreign authority. 120 countries are concerned by this method of legalization.
Tempory protection Ukraine
EU grants temporary protection to people fleeing Ukraine Directive 2001/55/EC on temporary protection has been activated for the first time since...
Which countries are exempt from the Schengen visa requirement?
Some non-European citizens are exempt from the Schengen visa requirement to travel in Europe. This exemption concerns 64 countries in the world.
Posted workers in France : what is the maximum period of time ?
By nature, posted workers’ situation is temporary. Once the assignment carried out, posted workers are supposed to return to their country of...
Driving in France with a foreign driving license
While driving in France with a foreign driving license is allowed, two different situations have to be distinguished.
Obtaining a French driving license for foreign nationals
Driving with a foreign driving license in France may be possible under certain conditions. However, obtaining a French driving license proves to be compulsory in some cases.
Covid-19 : no more countries in red list !
For the first time since the system was created, no country is in the red area. This is good news for all non-vaccinated foreigners from countries previously classified as “at risk”.
Foreign investor in France: which immigration status should you choose?
In 2020, France brought in 1,215 investment projects from about 60 foreign countries. Whether they are setting up a company, establishing a...
New travel restrictions between France and the United Kingdom
Travel conditions between France and the United Kingdom get tighter on Saturday, December 18, 2021. All travelers are concerned, whether they are...
Last updates on Talent Passport – European Blue Card
To make Europe more attractive to highly skilled foreign talent, new conditions for granting the European Blue Card Talent Passport status will be put in place.
France-India partnership agreement comes to effect
The partnership agreement for migration and mobility signed on March 10, 2018 between France and India came into effect into force in October 2021....
Work permit application: last april reform clarified
An internal memo sent to the instructors in charge of work permits (WP) in July, provides information on the April 2021 reform (reform of the...
British citizens living in France will need to possess a residency permit on January, 1st, 2022
British citizens living in France will not be required to possess a residency permit until 1st January 2022 as a consequence of the sanitary...
Online immigration procedures: feedback
In 2017, the French government has taken the decision to gradually dematerialize immigration procedures. Procedures dematerialized in 2021 have led...
Covid-19: the list of green, amber, and red countries has been updated
Covid-19: the French government published the classification of countries based on health indicators. An update was published this Thursday.
Teleworking: the golden countries are changing the game!
Since the Covid-19 health crisis, teleworking has intensified in companies. This wave of telework puts employers in new situations because a new concept is developing: digital nomadism…
Application for a work permit: about the decree of 1st April
The current regulation relating to the issue of work permits have been updated in the decree of 1st April. The process is now exclusively online and the list of jobs in tension has been updated.
Dematerialization of immigration’s procedures
The French authorities have decided to dematerialize immigration procedures. What procedures are concerned?
Health restrictions in France: conditions to travel
On April 22, 2021, the Minister of the Interior announced new health restrictions for travel to France. The list of countries at risk for France has been updated and expanded.
EU Health Pass progressively implemented
On March 17th, the president of the European commission announced their plan to implement a Health Pass across the EU. How does it work ?
Brexit: what are the formalities for British employees in France?
British employees wishing to stay in France must apply for a specific Residence Permit under the “European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020” before July 1, 2021.
Passeport Talent : les nouvelles mesures
En marge des 20 mesures annoncées par le gouvernement en novembre 2019 et qui sont à l’étude (quotas, revue des métiers en tension), une instruction...
Simplification and lower taxes on French residence permits
The French Government presented some 20 immigration-related measures. Some of these announcements relating directly to Business immigration.
Business immigration: what does the bill introduced by the french government provide for?
The French Government presented some 20 immigration-related measures. Some of these announcements relating directly to Business immigration.
Brexit: what are the consequences for French employees in the United Kingdom?
Brexit will affect French Nationals’ rights, as well as the formalities to be completed in connection with their right to move, reside and work in the UK.
Why Europe could be lost out to talent hunting
Competition to attract qualified workers is raging and Europe remains critically lagging behind…
Asylum and Immigration Act: the latest updates on business immigration
The latest provisions of the Asylum and Immigration Act came into force on March 1, 2019, with changes concerning business immigration. 2 months after its implementation, an update is required!
The “Asylum and Immigration” law and its 8 main changes with regard to business immigration
The “Asylum and Immigration” Law have consequences for business immigration. Here are the 8 main changes that we recommend everyone be aware of.
Recruiting foreign employees who are not eligible for the “Passeport Talent” scheme
How to recruit a candidate who is not eligible for the “Passeport Talent” theme, even though the latter hold a skill which is hard to come by in France ?
The French Asylum and Immigration law: what are the consequences on business immigration?
The law no. 2018-778 “ for a managed immigration, an effective right of asylum and a successful integration” (IMDAEIR) have an impact on international labor mobility. Here are the 4 main points which are relating to business immigration.
Businesses : how to prepare for Brexit before D-Day?
Concerns are raising about the possibility of reaching an agreement on the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union. How to better anticipate the consequences of the Brexit with regard to labor immigration?
Travel : what are the necessary documents for foreign minors residing in France ?
Minors residing in France are not subject to Resident Permit requirements. In order to facilitate their travels outside France, the latter must however be able to prove they are legally residing on French territory.
What are you entitled to do with a business visa in France?
The Business Visa is equivalent to a short-stay type “C” visa and allows the entry of foreign nationals into the Schengen Area, which can consist of one uninterrupted stay or several short stays, for business purposes only.
Investing and working in France: which resident permits ?
Do you wish to establish a commercial or industrial company in France as a manager, entrepreneur or foreign investor? Regardless of their form –...
British employees: continuing to work in France after Brexit
Your British employees are regularly coming to work in France ? Following the Brexit, rules have changed, and they might impact your employees. What needs to be done ? ITAMA tells you all about it!
Brexit: what are the formalities for British employees in France?
British employees wishing to stay in France must apply for a specific Residence Permit under the “European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020” before July 1, 2021.
Brexit: what are the consequences for French employees in the United Kingdom?
Brexit will affect French Nationals’ rights, as well as the formalities to be completed in connection with their right to move, reside and work in the UK.
Businesses : how to prepare for Brexit before D-Day?
Concerns are raising about the possibility of reaching an agreement on the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union. How to better anticipate the consequences of the Brexit with regard to labor immigration?
France-South Korea agreement: easier mobility for professionals
On 17 September 2015, France and South Korea signed an agreement facilitating the mobility of professionals and trainees between the two countries, for stays of more than 3 months.
Immigration law in Germany: changes linked to the residence card “Talent Passport – European Blue Card”
Following the October 2021 EU directive on skilled immigration, Germany has passed a new immigration law. What’s new?
Tax due by employers of foreign workers : changes in the declaration and payment methods
From 02/2024, companies will declare once a year the hiring of foreign labor on an annex to the VAT form.
Temporary protection Ukraine: renewal and change of status
In France, Temporary protection granted to many Ukrainian nationals is expiring this month – September 2022. How to stay in France after this date?
Entry into force of the Global Business Mobility visa in the UK
In order to adapt to the effects of Brexit and the labour shortage, the United Kingdom (UK) has recently changed its immigration legislation.
Another reevaluation of the French Minimum Wage (SMIC) in May 2022
In May 2022, the French minimum wage goes from 1603,12 euros to 1645,58 euros. A 2,65% rise.
Tempory protection Ukraine
EU grants temporary protection to people fleeing Ukraine Directive 2001/55/EC on temporary protection has been activated for the first time since...
Covid-19 : no more countries in red list !
For the first time since the system was created, no country is in the red area. This is good news for all non-vaccinated foreigners from countries previously classified as “at risk”.
New travel restrictions between France and the United Kingdom
Travel conditions between France and the United Kingdom get tighter on Saturday, December 18, 2021. All travelers are concerned, whether they are...
British citizens living in France will need to possess a residency permit on January, 1st, 2022
British citizens living in France will not be required to possess a residency permit until 1st January 2022 as a consequence of the sanitary...
Simplification and lower taxes on French residence permits
The French Government presented some 20 immigration-related measures. Some of these announcements relating directly to Business immigration.
The Entry-Exit System: the Schengen area strengthens its controls
The revision of the Schengen Borders Code on 13 May introduced major changes to strengthen security at the Schengen area’s external borders. The most expected measure is the introduction of the Entry-Exit System (EES).
Teleworking in France: a guide for foreign nationals
Are you a foreign national who wants to telework from France?
In this article, ITAMA tells you what you need to do to make it happen!
France-South Korea agreement: easier mobility for professionals
On 17 September 2015, France and South Korea signed an agreement facilitating the mobility of professionals and trainees between the two countries, for stays of more than 3 months.
2024 Olympics – administrative formalities for coming to France
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games are fast approaching and drawing the world’s attention to the French capital. Whether you’re a keen spectator, a participating athlete or a company working for the event, coming to watch this historic event from abroad requires certain administrative formalities.
In this article, ITAMA tells you what you need to do, depending on your profile.
France’s visa crisis : Hermelin report’s analysis
ITAMA has analysed for you the main proposals that would have an impact on professional immigration.
Hiring a foreign student: how to proceed
What are the points to watch out for and how to go about it? ITAMA tells you everything!
France’s new immigration bill: what possible impacts on professional immigration?
ITAMA will follow the next versions closely but it is interesting to analyse what the initial version of the draft proposes and the potential impacts on professionnal immigration. Here are some insights.
Professional immigration: 4 case studies
For more than 11 years, ITAMA has been assisting companies in their professional immigration procedures. Among the many problems encountered, here...
Shortage occupation list: what you need to know
Implemented in 2008 and updated for the first time in 2011, French shortage occupation list includes 30 professional categories (approximately 750...
Why use a professional immigration firm?
In addition to relieving your HR and mobility department, a professional immigration firm ensures compliance with the legislation in force and accelerates your projects.
Which countries are exempt from the Schengen visa requirement?
Some non-European citizens are exempt from the Schengen visa requirement to travel in Europe. This exemption concerns 64 countries in the world.
Posted workers in France : what is the maximum period of time ?
By nature, posted workers’ situation is temporary. Once the assignment carried out, posted workers are supposed to return to their country of...
Driving in France with a foreign driving license
While driving in France with a foreign driving license is allowed, two different situations have to be distinguished.
Obtaining a French driving license for foreign nationals
Driving with a foreign driving license in France may be possible under certain conditions. However, obtaining a French driving license proves to be compulsory in some cases.
Foreign investor in France: which immigration status should you choose?
In 2020, France brought in 1,215 investment projects from about 60 foreign countries. Whether they are setting up a company, establishing a...
Last updates on Talent Passport – European Blue Card
To make Europe more attractive to highly skilled foreign talent, new conditions for granting the European Blue Card Talent Passport status will be put in place.
France-India partnership agreement comes to effect
The partnership agreement for migration and mobility signed on March 10, 2018 between France and India came into effect into force in October 2021....
Work permit application: last april reform clarified
An internal memo sent to the instructors in charge of work permits (WP) in July, provides information on the April 2021 reform (reform of the...
Online immigration procedures: feedback
In 2017, the French government has taken the decision to gradually dematerialize immigration procedures. Procedures dematerialized in 2021 have led...
Covid-19: the list of green, amber, and red countries has been updated
Covid-19: the French government published the classification of countries based on health indicators. An update was published this Thursday.
Application for a work permit: about the decree of 1st April
The current regulation relating to the issue of work permits have been updated in the decree of 1st April. The process is now exclusively online and the list of jobs in tension has been updated.
Dematerialization of immigration’s procedures
The French authorities have decided to dematerialize immigration procedures. What procedures are concerned?
Health restrictions in France: conditions to travel
On April 22, 2021, the Minister of the Interior announced new health restrictions for travel to France. The list of countries at risk for France has been updated and expanded.
EU Health Pass progressively implemented
On March 17th, the president of the European commission announced their plan to implement a Health Pass across the EU. How does it work ?
Brexit: what are the formalities for British employees in France?
British employees wishing to stay in France must apply for a specific Residence Permit under the “European Union (Withdrawal Agreement) Act 2020” before July 1, 2021.
Passeport Talent : les nouvelles mesures
En marge des 20 mesures annoncées par le gouvernement en novembre 2019 et qui sont à l’étude (quotas, revue des métiers en tension), une instruction...
Business immigration: what does the bill introduced by the french government provide for?
The French Government presented some 20 immigration-related measures. Some of these announcements relating directly to Business immigration.
Why Europe could be lost out to talent hunting
Competition to attract qualified workers is raging and Europe remains critically lagging behind…
Asylum and Immigration Act: the latest updates on business immigration
The latest provisions of the Asylum and Immigration Act came into force on March 1, 2019, with changes concerning business immigration. 2 months after its implementation, an update is required!
The “Asylum and Immigration” law and its 8 main changes with regard to business immigration
The “Asylum and Immigration” Law have consequences for business immigration. Here are the 8 main changes that we recommend everyone be aware of.
Recruiting foreign employees who are not eligible for the “Passeport Talent” scheme
How to recruit a candidate who is not eligible for the “Passeport Talent” theme, even though the latter hold a skill which is hard to come by in France ?
The French Asylum and Immigration law: what are the consequences on business immigration?
The law no. 2018-778 “ for a managed immigration, an effective right of asylum and a successful integration” (IMDAEIR) have an impact on international labor mobility. Here are the 4 main points which are relating to business immigration.
Travel : what are the necessary documents for foreign minors residing in France ?
Minors residing in France are not subject to Resident Permit requirements. In order to facilitate their travels outside France, the latter must however be able to prove they are legally residing on French territory.
What are you entitled to do with a business visa in France?
The Business Visa is equivalent to a short-stay type “C” visa and allows the entry of foreign nationals into the Schengen Area, which can consist of one uninterrupted stay or several short stays, for business purposes only.
Investing and working in France: which resident permits ?
Do you wish to establish a commercial or industrial company in France as a manager, entrepreneur or foreign investor? Regardless of their form –...
Why use a professional immigration firm?
In addition to relieving your HR and mobility department, a professional immigration firm ensures compliance with the legislation in force and accelerates your projects.
Apostille: definition and list of countries concerned
Apostille is a stamp used to authenticate a document to a foreign authority. 120 countries are concerned by this method of legalization.
Covid-19: the list of green, amber, and red countries has been updated
Covid-19: the French government published the classification of countries based on health indicators. An update was published this Thursday.
Teleworking: the golden countries are changing the game!
Since the Covid-19 health crisis, teleworking has intensified in companies. This wave of telework puts employers in new situations because a new concept is developing: digital nomadism…
Brexit: what are the consequences for French employees in the United Kingdom?
Brexit will affect French Nationals’ rights, as well as the formalities to be completed in connection with their right to move, reside and work in the UK.
Why Europe could be lost out to talent hunting
Competition to attract qualified workers is raging and Europe remains critically lagging behind…
