France will implement major immigration fee hikes starting May 1, 2026. First-time residence permits rise to €300, citizenship applications jump nearly five-fold to €255, and APS permits now cost €100. Renewal fees remain unchanged. Foreign nationals and employers should act before the deadline to secure current rates.

France has overhauled its France immigration 2025 policies, effective June 16, 2025, to attract skilled professionals and address labor shortages, especially in healthcare.