Do I need to be available to register for France Travail (formerly Pôle emploi)?

Verified 02 October 2025 - Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)

Yes, to register for France Travail, you must be available to do a job search.

You must not be employed full-time, in vocational training or in civic service.

You cannot register for France Travail if your employment contract is suspended.

If you are in a situation of advance noticeHowever, you must wait until the day after the end of your notice period to register for France Travail.

Who can help me?

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  • France Job seekers - 3949

    By phone 

    39.49

    • To update your situation, report a change of situation, inform you of a payment: automated service 7 days a week, 24 hours a day - Free service + call price
    • To be put in contact with an advisor to register, inquire, modify an appointment: service accessible at the times set by each agency France Travail (formerly Pôle emploi) - Free service + price call

    From the foreigner: + 33 1 77 86 39 49

    By courier

    Access via the contact form