French EOR Complete Solution at 2i

In the three‑party structure of a French EOR complete solution, the consultant freely negotiates the terms of their assignment with the client, while the EOR provider handles all administrative and legal aspects.

This system gives the professional full autonomy in delivering their assignments, without any hierarchical link to either the client or the French EOR provider.

The benefits of French EOR complete solution for independent professionals primarily include autonomy and security. It allows individuals to test an activity without risk, while enjoying employee status and its social protections (health insurance, unemployment, retirement).

The French EOR complete solution provider takes care of all administrative tasks (contracts, invoicing, payslips), allowing the consultant to fully focus on their client projects.

Additionally, professionals benefit from personalised guidance and can continue to develop their skills through ongoing training, while still being able to combine unemployment benefits with their French EOR complete solution activity. This model provides a secure and reliable framework for building a sustainable independent career.

• French EOR complete solution is subject to employee social contributions, unlike other statuses such as self‑employment.

• French EOR complete solution is not suitable for all professions: regulated professions (doctors, lawyers, notaries, chartered accountants…), personal home‑care services, and manual or production‑based jobs are not eligible.
• Independent consultants must find their own clients, as the French EOR complete solution provider does not supply assignments.
• And while it offers organisational freedom, the absence of hierarchical ties may sometimes limit integration within client teams.

Here are 6 points to help you determine whether you are eligible for a French EOR complete solution:

1. You are an autonomous professional: you find your own clients and assignments
2. You work in an intellectual profession: mainly in fields such as consulting, engineering, training, IT, marketing, etc.
3. Your assignment is occasional or time‑bound: no permanent or exclusive relationship with a single client.
4. Your gross pay is sufficient: generally, it must allow for a minimum monthly turnover (often around €250 to €300 excluding VAT per working day).
5. You are qualified or experienced: a minimum of a two‑year post‑secondary degree or significant experience in your field is recommended.
6. You are of legal age and legally allowed to work in France: as an independent worker, freelancer, or future French EOR complete solution employee.

Not necessarily!

You can sign your French EOR complete solution agreement as soon as you choose this status for your freelance activity. It is actually a good way to give yourself a professional status when starting your prospecting!

By signing a French EOR complete solution agreement with 2i Portage, you also join our network and gain access to free training, assignment opportunities, and numerous in‑person and online events.

French EOR complete solution is designed for a variety of profiles seeking to combine professional autonomy with employee security.

It is suitable for freelancers, consultants, trainers, coaches, as well as managers currently employed or in career transition.
Recent graduates, seniors, entrepreneurs, and executives also find a flexible solution to carry out their activities. Services must be intellectual, with a daily rate above €230 excl. VAT, and intended for companies or associations, not private individuals.

This status therefore offers a secure alternative for developing an activity without the administrative constraints of creating a company.

Registering for a French EOR complete solution is very simple.

You just need to sign an agreement with the French EOR complete solution provider. This agreement explains how the provider operates, including its management fees.
This agreement does not commit you to any revenue or to starting any assignments.
The process is fast — within 24 hours, you obtain your “French EOR employee” status.

Do you have an assignment to invoice?

The salary in a French EOR complete solution is calculated based on the consultant’s turnover excluding VAT. The provider first deducts its management fees, generally between 5% and 10% of the turnover.

Employer contributions are then deducted to obtain the gross salary. From this gross salary, employee contributions are deducted to obtain the net salary. On average, the net salary represents about 50% of the invoiced turnover.

Optimization tools such as professional expense reimbursements, meal vouchers, or employee savings plans can increase this percentage, up to 66% of net turnover with 2i Portage.

Salary optimization

French EOR complete solution providers charge management fees on the invoiced turnover.

At 2i Portage, it’s simple:
5%, a single rate for permanent contracts,
ALL INCLUSIVE : no bad surprises

Choose a provider certified with the PEPS French EOR Complete Solution Label. Created by the main French EOR union (PEPS) and developed with AFNOR Certification, it guarantees:

• Legal security: full compliance with legislation and the French EOR collective agreement
• Financial security: a reliable long term partner with strong and healthy finances, audited by AFNOR
• Total transparency in salary management, expenses, and service communication. No hidden fees.

How can you be sure of the financial stability and good management of a French EOR complete solution provider?
Check online reviews and choose companies with experience and longevity.

BEWARE of companies advertising very low fees, as they may not be financially viable and could go bankrupt… which you definitely want to avoid!

French EOR complete solution is compatible with unemployment benefits (ARE), allowing you to combine income and benefits under certain conditions. You must reside in France, be registered as a job seeker within 12 months of your previous contract ending, have valid ARE rights, and be fit to work.

The benefit amount is adjusted according to income: 70% of the gross monthly salary earned through the French EOR complete solution is deducted from the ARE to calculate compensable days. Two calculation methods are possible for the daily benefit, with a minimum of €29.38 and a cap at 75% of the Reference Daily Salary (SJR).

This system provides a secure transition toward self‑employment while maintaining social protection.