France Work Permit Visa from Bangladesh: The 2026 Roadmap

France Work Permit Visa from Bangladesh: 2026 Guide

The Core Requirement: The Work Permit (Autorisation de Travail)

In France, you cannot apply for a visa until your employer secures a Work Permit.

• Employer’s Role: They must apply online via the DREETS portal.

• Labor Market Test: Unless the job is on the “Shortage Occupation List” (Métiers en tension), the employer must advertise the job in France for 3 weeks first.

• The Approval: Once approved, you will receive a digital Work Authorization PDF. This is the most important document for your visa interview in Dhaka.

 Verified Companies Hiring Bangladeshi Workers

These companies are known for “Sponsoring” seasonal and long-term workers.

🍅 Tomato & Greenhouse (Lot-et-Garonne / Provence)

1. Savéol: saveol.com/fr/recrutement

2. Pomona Group: groupe-pomona.fr/recrutement

3. Agrial: agrial.com

4. Vallée du Paradis

5. Flora Nova

🍎 Apple & Peach Harvest (Normandie / Drôme) 6. Terres Rouges 7. JardinBio 8. Migros France (Agricultural Division) 9. Coop Générate 10. Horti-Sud

💡 Pro Tip: Search for “Saisonnier” (Seasonal) jobs on France Travail (francetravail.fr) or ANEFA (lagriculture-recrute.org).

Step-by-Step Visa Application Process

Step 1: Online Application

Register and fill out your form on the France-Visas official portal.

• Link: France-Visas Online Form

• Select “Long Stay Visa” (VLS-TS) if your contract is over 90 days.

Step 2: Book your Appointment at VFS Global

Since late 2025, the French Embassy in Dhaka has outsourced visa collection to VFS Global.

• Appointment Link: VFS Global France – Bangladesh

Step 3: Attend the Visa Centre

Bring your documents to the VFS center in Dhaka for biometrics (fingerprints and photo).

Visa Fees & Processing Time (2026)

• Visa Fee: €99 (approx. 13,000 BDT) – Payable in cash or card at VFS.

• VFS Service Fee: €22 (approx. 2,900 BDT).

• Processing Time: Minimum 15 to 30 working days. Apply at least 2 months before your flight.

Required Document Checklist

• Passport: Original + copy (valid for 6 months).

• Work Authorization: The PDF sent by your French employer.

• Signed Contract: Your French employment contract (Cerfa form).

• Police Clearance: From the Bangladesh Police (translated into French/English).

• Medical Insurance: Coverage for at least €30,000.

• Photos: 2 recent passport-size photos (white background).

• Proof of Housing: A rental agreement or a letter from the employer confirming they provide a room.

Visa Center Address in Dhaka

VFS Global France Visa Application Centre

Address: Rangs Z Square, Level 7, Plot 118, Block C, Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan 2, Dhaka 1212.

Business Hours: Sunday – Thursday (08:30 AM – 04:00 PM).

Helpline: +880 9666 911 578

Important 2026 Rules to Remember

1. Minimum Wage (SMIC): Ensure your contract pays at least the French minimum wage, which is approximately €1,801.80 gross per month in 2026.

2. No Agents: Never pay “visa agents” in Dhaka for work permits. Only the French employer can legally apply for your permit through the government portal.

3. Police Clearance: Ensure your police clearance is less than 3 months old at the time of your appointment.