Student-to-Work Transition Pack (Onshore)

For Final-year students & recent graduates

Includes:
1. Eligibility & Pathway Assessment
Review current student visa/residence permit (VLS-TS, carte de séjour étudiant).
Identify possible transition routes:
APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour) for graduates seeking work.
Passeport Talent for highly skilled graduates.
Change of status from student to employee (salarié).
Assess employer sponsorship requirements.

2. Document Preparation
Checklist of required documents (degree certificate, employment contract, proof of resources, health insurance).
Certified translations of diplomas or contracts if needed.
Drafting of motivation letters or employer attestations.

3. Application Support
Filing change-of-status application at the prefecture.
Guidance on APS application for recent graduates.
Support with Passeport Talent applications for eligible profiles.
Monitoring deadlines and ensuring compliance with French immigration rules.

4. Employer Liaison
Guidance for employers on sponsorship obligations.
Drafting of employer letters and contracts in compliance with French labor law.
Support with labour authority approvals if required.

5. Post-Approval Integration
Assistance with residence card collection.
Guidance on rights and obligations as a worker in France.