Uzbekistan’s Migration Agency has announced a new recruitment round for seasonal greenhouse work in France’s Maine-et-Loire department, where successful applicants will cultivate tomatoes under fixed-term contracts. According to the agency, 12 Uzbek citizens were previously sent to France for this seasonal work in August and October 2026, and nine additional vacancies are now being offered. The new placements are due to begin on 11 or 18 January 2027, with six-month contracts that will not be extended. The vacancy is open to men aged 30 to 45 who have at least two years of tomato-growing experience in greenhouses and are prepared for demanding physical labor.
Key Takeaways: France is offering nine seasonal greenhouse tomato jobs with a net monthly salary of €1,620 and a 35-hour workweek. The contract lasts six months without extension, work starts on 11 or 18 January 2027, and applications are open until 20 November.
Under the terms published by the agency, candidates must have training or knowledge in agriculture, with preference given to those with vegetable-growing qualifications. They must also be able to withstand physically intensive work and hot, cold, and humid conditions. Medical restrictions linked to allergic diseases or work at height are disqualifying. These conditions reflect the practical demands of greenhouse production, where workers may face heat, moisture, repetitive tasks, and safety risks.
The notice also sets specific language and skills requirements: at least three of the selected workers must understand work instructions in French, and at least three must hold a driving license. Those with driving licenses will be trained to operate a special elevated basket device, known as a nacelle, for work at height. Such requirements suggest that the French employer is seeking a mix of general greenhouse experience, practical versatility, and readiness to follow safety procedures.
On costs, the Migration Agency says it will fully cover visa expenses and partially cover airfare. Workers will receive MSA medical insurance under seasonal-worker status, but housing rent of €250 per month must be paid by the candidate. The offer therefore includes notable personal costs and a contract that cannot be extended, meaning applicants should assess net income carefully alongside living expenses and the six-month limit.
Selection will be made among candidates who complete a CV on the “Xorijda ish” platform. The deadline for filling out the form is 20 November. Full details and application links are available on the platform, and additional information can be obtained by calling 71 202-33-55 (545) or 1282. In the next stage, the agency is expected to complete document screening, interviews, and medical checks before preparing selected candidates for departure to France.
Source: www.gazeta.uz