Drywall Installer-Plasterer
Working as a drywall installer and plasterer (plaquiste-plâtrier) in France requires registration as an artisan through the guichet unique managed by INPI. Since this trade involves structural building work, you need a professional qualification (CAP, BEP, or at least three years of proven experience) to operate independently.
Décennale (ten-year liability) insurance is mandatory before you take on any building projects. The Chambre de métiers et de l'artisanat (CMA) handles artisan registration and can guide you through the process. You must also comply with construction site safety regulations. If you plan to hire employees, additional employer obligations apply including workplace safety training and social security registration.
Required Qualifications
- Accepted diplomas: CAP "plasterer-drywall installer", BEP "finishing layout", additional qualification "drywall installer", professional title "drywall installer-plasterer", BP "plasterboard work"
- Alternative experience: 3 years of effective professional experience in an EU/EEA state as manager, self-employed or employee
- CMA certificate: Possibility to request a professional qualification certificate from the Chamber of Crafts and Trades
Procedure and Formalities
- Free provision of services (LPS): Prior declaration to CMA of service location, proof of at least 1 year of practice if profession not regulated in state of establishment, 1 month response time
- Freedom of establishment (LE): Professional qualification recognition certificate issued by CMA within 3 months, possibility of compensation measures (adaptation period max. 3 years or aptitude test)
- Integrity requirements: No prohibition from managing a company or ban from practicing
Insurance
- Professional liability insurance: Optional for employees (employer subscribes for employees), recommended for self-employed