Can an asylum seeker in France, with a work contract of a firm in Schengen zone apply for a work visa?

Question

Say I am applying or applied for asylum in France (in process or granted or rejected). Is it possible after getting a job contract with a company in Luxembourg apply for a work visa In Luxembourg?

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Dear @Drat, welcome to Wefugees and thank you for reaching out to us. I will link our dear experts @mbeon-Gabriele and @mbeon-Ruth here. Maybe they can help you with an answer. Best wishes, Julia.

Answer 1

Dear @Drat, as far as I know it is not possible. You must apply for a work visa from your homecountry. Working in France should be possible even during the asylum process, but working in another country not. As I am not totally sure on this issue, I recommend you ask a lawyer or the Luxembourg embassy. Regards mbeon-Ruth

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Yes, what if the company is willing to sponsor your work visa? Because I studied in France but due to the crisis in Cameroon I can’t go back. Now, I have had some interesting interviews and the companies are wanting to apply for a work permit for me in Luxembourg. Would that pose any problem?

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This is a good question. If the companies are so eager to hire you, let them inquire if it is possible without leaving Europe. There are exceptions in the visa procedure, but I think they are quite limited. Maybe ask a lawyer who is familiar with Luxembourg's foreigner's law (or ask the company to support you in this question).

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Yes yes the position doesn’t require me to travel out of Europe to say the least.