France work visa from Nigeria

Last checked: 2026-09-17

Requirements may change. Always check the official source before applying.

Quick answer

A Nigerian normally needs a real job offer before applying for a French work visa. In most salaried routes, the employer in France must first obtain work authorisation.

Main requirements

• A genuine employment contract or binding offer
• Employer work authorisation when required
• The visa type that matches the contract and length of stay
• Professional permission if the occupation is regulated

Documents

• Passport and France-Visas application receipt
• Employment contract
• Employer work authorisation
• Qualification and professional documents requested by the visa wizard

Step-by-step

1. Ask the employer which work route applies
2. Wait for the employer to obtain authorisation when required
3. Complete the official France-Visas wizard and application
4. Book the official appointment in Nigeria and submit biometrics

Common mistakes

• Paying for a job offer
• Applying before the employer process is complete
• Using a tourist visa to take salaried work

Next step

Return to the France hub and compare legal routes.

Official sources

• https://www.france-visas.gouv.fr/en/activite-salariee
• https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas/nigeria
• https://france-visas.gouv.fr/en/web/france-visas/nigeria

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