They Work, but They Remain Undocumented: the Paradox of the Title "Occupationals in Tension"

The scheme of the residence permit for "jobs in tension" is an important lever for meeting labour needs in certain sectors in France. However, if the list of occupations concerned is set at national level, the actual issue of the residence permit remains subject to the assessment of the prefects. The residence permit for "jobs in tension" aims to simplify the recruitment and regularisation of foreign workers in sectors identified as labour short…