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What is the notice period for dismissing an employee with 8 years of seniority?
Under Article L.1234-1 of the French Labour Code, an employee with 8 years of seniority is entitled to a 2-month notice period. Note that the applicable collective agreement may provide for a longer notice period.
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French employment law, answered for international employers.
Can a foreign company employ staff in France without a local entity?
Yes. A foreign company with no establishment in France can hire employees there by registering as a “foreign employer” (firme étrangère) with URSSAF, which collects social contributions, or through a portage / employer-of-record arrangement. The employment relationship is governed by French labour law.
Is at-will employment possible in France?
No. French law does not recognise at-will employment. Any dismissal must be justified by a real and serious cause (cause réelle et sérieuse) and follow a strict procedure; otherwise the employer owes damages set by the Barème Macron.
What notice period applies to a dismissal in France?
The statutory minimum is one month for employees with six months to two years of seniority and two months beyond two years. The applicable collective bargaining agreement often provides for longer notice, especially for executives (cadres).
How long can a probationary period last in France?
The maximum initial probation is two months for workers and employees, three months for technicians and supervisors, and four months for executives (cadres), each renewable once where the collective agreement allows it.
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