CDI vs CDD: трудовые договоры во Франции

CDI (Contrat à Durée Indéterminée) — permanent contract — is the default in France. CDD (Contrat à Durée Déterminée) — fixed-term — is the exception, limited to specific temporary situations.

CDI: The Default

• No end date — continues until resignation, dismissal, or mutual agreement
• Trial period: 2 months (workers), 3 months (supervisors), 4 months (managers)
• Renewable once if collective agreement allows
• Full employment rights from day one

CDD: The Exception

• Max 18 months including renewals
• Max 2 renewals
• 1/3 waiting period between CDDs on same position
• 10% end-of-contract bonus (indemnité de précarité)

SMIC (Minimum Wage)

• EUR 11.88/hour gross (2025)
• EUR 1,801.80/month gross (35h/week)
• Reviewed annually January 1st
• Auto-adjusted when inflation exceeds 2%

E-Signature: Valid Since 2000

Electronic signatures legally valid since March 13, 2000. Simple e-signature accepted for most contracts. Advanced recommended for sensitive documents.

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Mandatory Clauses

• Identity of both parties
• Job title and description
• Start date (end date for CDD)
• Workplace location
• Working hours (35h/week standard)
• Compensation details
• Applicable collective agreement
• Trial period terms
• Notice period

Common Employer Mistakes

1. CDD without valid reason — requalified as CDI by labor court
2. Exceeding CDD max duration — automatic CDI conversion
3. Missing mandatory clauses — contract may be voided
4. Ignoring trial period limits — wrongful termination
5. Paying below SMIC — criminal offense

Rights Comparison

Conclusion

French employment law protects employees strongly. CDI is the standard; CDD is strictly regulated. When sharing contracts or pay details, use LOCK.PUB for secure, time-limited sharing.

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