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Expanding abroad opens new opportunities for your business, but relocating teams internationally is a strategic step that requires expert support. In Atlantic France, we work alongside trusted partners such as Majorelle Mobility, specialists in immigration law, international employment, and mobility management.
When international companies choose France for expansion, they often focus on economic indicators, operational costs, and market potential. Yet, one critical factor is frequently underestimated: the successful relocation of key personnel.
Whether it’s a CEO, site director, or technical lead, the mobility of strategic employees is central to any overseas relocation project. This process is not only legal or logistical, it’s deeply human. Visa delays, legal complexities, housing concerns, and family adjustments can stall or even derail a business set-up. Thorough preparation is essential to avoid costly setbacks and ensure rapid integration.
Managing employee expatriation is key to your business launch
Expats are often the driving force behind projects. They need to hit the ground running — not be slowed down by administrative red tape.
Relocating to France involves:
- Navigating visa and residence permit processes
- Securing work authorisations for employees and potentially their families
- Understanding local tax and employment laws
- Managing personal and family integration (housing, schooling, healthcare, etc.)
When poorly managed, these challenges create stress, delays, and may even lead to assignment refusals. As a result, businesses risk losing momentum or missing critical launch windows.
Common cases include company directors, site managers, or technical experts assigned for one to five years — individuals who need to be operational quickly.
Majorelle Mobility: legal expertise for stress-free international mobility
Majorelle Mobility is the international mobility and business immigration unit of Majorelle Avocats. Its team of lawyers focuses exclusively on immigration law, international employment law, and mobility management.
Majorelle Mobility advises both French and foreign businesses on expatriation strategies, talent recruitment, cross-border secondments, and repatriation. The team is especially recognised for its expertise in non-EU markets such as China and Japan.
Based in Nantes, the team provides close, personalised support to companies in Atlantic France, ensuring smooth English-language communication and consistent responsiveness.
Their legal support covers every stage of the overseas relocation process:
- Visa applications (short- and long-term)
- Work permits for employees and family members
- Social security registration and employer compliance
This expert legal oversight is invaluable for company leaders who cannot afford delays or errors in international assignments. It saves time and ensures legal peace of mind — a must for high-stakes international expansion.
Majorelle Mobility, the international division of Majorelle Avocats, recently supported a Japanese shipping company in partnership with Business Solutions Atlantic France. Following the acquisition of a Nantes-based start-up, we assisted five Japanese executives with their relocation to France. We secured their long-stay visas and residence permits — including those for accompanying family members — within tight timelines.
Beyond immigration matters, we provided employment law advice and supported their integration into the French social security system. Thanks to careful planning, their transition was smooth and successful. This kind of comprehensive legal and human support is essential for the success of such strategic projects.
Clarisse DELAITRE, Partner, Head of Majorelle Mobility
In Atlantic France, business success starts with people
Relocation is about more than securing a site; it’s about ensuring your teams thrive, both professionally and personally.
With Business Solutions Atlantic France and expert partners like Majorelle Mobility, your company benefits from a reliable, responsive, and legally secure ecosystem to support international talent from day one.
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For expert legal and relocation support, get in touch with Clarisse Delaitre directly at cdelaitre@majorelle-avocats.com or connect with her on LinkedIn.
