France is one of the most popular destinations for immigrants from around the world. The country has a long history of welcoming immigrants, and today, it is estimated that around 10% of the French population is made up of immigrants. But how many immigrants does France accept each year?
France does not have a fixed quota for the number of immigrants it accepts each year. Instead, the government sets annual targets for the number of visas it will issue to people from outside the European Union (EU) who wish to come to France to work or study.
In 2021, the French government announced that it would issue a total of 33,000 work visas to people from outside the EU. This number includes visas for highly skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and seasonal workers. The government also announced that it would issue 20,000 student visas for people from outside the EU who wish to study in France.
It’s worth noting, however, that these figures are not fixed quotas and can be adjusted depending on the needs of the French economy and society. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, France imposed restrictions on immigration to help contain the spread of the virus.
In addition to work and study visas, France also offers asylum and refugee status to people who are fleeing persecution, war, or other forms of violence in their home countries. In 2020, France granted asylum to 8,000 people, and the government has set a target of granting asylum to 10,000 people in 2021.
Overall, while there is no fixed quota for the number of immigrants France accepts each year, the government does set annual targets for the number of work and study visas it will issue. France remains a popular destination for immigrants from around the world, and the government is committed to continuing its long tradition of welcoming people from different cultures and backgrounds.
