Key facts at a glance
Currency
EUR
Employer cost
≈ 40–45%
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Probation
2–4 months by role
Notice period
1–3 months
Annual leave
25 working days
Working hours
35 hours / week
Capital
Paris
What employers should know
- Collective bargaining agreements apply
- Mandatory health insurance (mutuelle)
- French-language contract required
Contracts
Employment contracts in France should set out salary, hours (35 hours / week), probation (2–4 months by role) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly in EUR. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 40–45% of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 25 working days of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is 1–3 months. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.