Student & Post-Study Work

Yes. The French student visa automatically authorizes you to work part-time up to **964 hours per year** (equivalent to 60% of the legal annual working time in France). No special work permit is needed to work this quota.

No. The 12-month RECE permit is strictly non-renewable. If you do not secure a qualified job meeting the thresholds by the time the RECE expires, you must leave France. The only exception involves bilateral agreements with specific nations (e.g., India, Senegal) allowing extended search periods.

Student residence permits are uniquely tied to your assiduous attendance at courses and exams. If you withdraw, the Prefecture is legally entitled to withdraw your permit.