Immigration update: France minimum wage increase

The monthly minimum wage in France is now 1,521.22 Euros. The minimum hourly wage (SMIC) has also increased from 9.88 Euros to 10.03 Euros.

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The monthly minimum wage in France is now 1,521.22 Euros.The minimum hourly wage (SMIC) has also increased from 9.88 Euros to 10.03 Euros.This increase happens annually and is linked to the evolution of inflation and wages for the smallest households.Please be informed that the increase has no link to the minimum salary required for high-level foreign employees entitled to Talent Passport status.Key considerations Employers should increase salaries in order to comply with the new regulation.The same applies to pending applications and renewal applications. Without an increase of salary to meet the minimum requirements, applications will be rejected.This summary was prepared using information obtained from Service Public. Please note that the source link is only available in French. Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Crown World Mobility’s Michele Giordani, Regional Immigration Manager, EMEA.Crown World Mobility tracks policy in changes in over 120 countries, so you don’t have to! Find out more. 

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