The French government has introduced an attractive 5-year post-study work permit program for international students pursuing their Master's degree in France, including Indian students.
As per the new policy, Indian nationals who complete their Master's degree programs in France will be eligible for the 5-year residence permit. This will allow them to stay in France after finishing their studies and look for job opportunities and gain work experience.
Earlier, the post-study work visa was limited to just 2 years for non-EU students in France. But this new 5-year permit will enable Indian students in France more time to find suitable jobs matching their qualifications and settle down in the country.
To be eligible, Indian students need to have completed a 2-year Master's program from a French higher education institution. The permit applies to all fields of study like STEM, business, finance, arts, humanities etc.
The multi-year residence permit will be facilitated through the French National Agency Campus France that supports international students. Indian students can apply for the 5-year permit within 6 months of completing their Master's degree.
This new policy will make France a more attractive destination for Indian students looking for overseas education and global exposure. France already hosts over 20,000 Indian students, and this long-term visa could help attract more talent.
The 5-year work visa gives Indian graduates of French universities the opportunity to kickstart their careers in France. With world-class infrastructure and booming industries like IT, aerospace, automobiles, pharmaceuticals and more, France offers strong employment prospects for international students.
By adopting more favorable post-study work policies, France is positioning itself as an appealing study abroad option for Indian students compared to nations like the US, UK, Australia and Canada. This new 5-year visa policy will certainly give France an edge.
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