If you are from a country that is not a member of the EEA you must obtain a work visa or permit to work in France.

If you hold a passport from any other European member country, you are able to work without restriction within member countries

France currently has working holiday agreements with Canada, New Zealand and Australia

Working Holiday Guidelines:

* Young people aged between 18 and 30 years (inclusive) at the time the visa application is made and allows participants to undertake paid employment for up to one year
* Participants in this scheme must be motivated by the opportunity to holiday in France and to undertake paid employment to supplement existing funds
* Applicants must not have participated in the programme previously
* Participants must hold a valid passport and return ticket or sufficient funds to purchase such tickets
* Participants must show proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses at the beginning of their stay
* Must be able to provide evidence of holding an insurance policy

Canadian Applicants: For more information contact The French Consulate or visit http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca

New Zealand Applicants: For more information contact The French Consulate or visit www.france.net.nz

Australian Applicants: For more information contact www.consulfrance-sydney.org