Moving to France & French-Speaking Countries

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Browse our independent guides for English speakers moving to France or exploring life in French-speaking destinations. Always check current legal and administrative requirements with the relevant authority.

Moving to France (5 guides)

How to Move to France as an American, British or Canadian CitizenWhat Are the Visa and Residency Requirements for Moving to France?How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably in France?What Should You Do During Your First 90 Days in France?What Are the Biggest Mistakes Expats Make When Moving to France?

Retiring Abroad (5 guides)

How to Retire in France as an American or British CitizenWhat Are the Best Places to Retire in France?Can You Receive Your US, UK or Canadian Pension While Living in France?How Does Healthcare Work for Foreign Retirees in France?Is It Better to Retire in France, Belgium, Switzerland or Quebec?

Studying in France (5 guides)

How to Study in France as an International StudentCan You Study in France Without Speaking French?How Much Does University Cost in France for Foreign Students?How to Apply to a French University or Business SchoolHow to Find Student Housing and Scholarships in France

Working and Business (5 guides)

How to Find a Job in France as an English SpeakerCan You Work Remotely from France for a Foreign Employer?How to Start a Business in France as a ForeignerWhat Taxes Do Foreign Professionals Pay in France?How to Understand French Employment Contracts and Workplace Culture

Housing and Property (5 guides)

How to Rent an Apartment in France Without a French GuarantorCan Foreigners Buy Property in France?What Are the Hidden Costs of Buying a House in France?Where Are the Best Affordable Places to Live in France?Should You Rent or Buy When Moving to France?

Family and Everyday Life (5 guides)

How Does the French Healthcare System Work for Expats?How to Enroll Your Children in French SchoolsHow to Open a French Bank Account as a New ResidentHow to Learn French and Integrate into Local LifeWhat Is Daily Life Really Like for English-Speaking Expats in France?

Francophone Destinations (5 guides)

Moving to Quebec: What English Speakers Need to KnowLiving in Belgium: Visas, Housing, Jobs and Everyday LifeMoving to French-Speaking Switzerland: Costs and ResidencyLiving in Luxembourg: Jobs, Taxes and International SchoolsBest French-Speaking Countries for Expats and Retirees

Practical Expat Planning (5 guides)

The Ultimate Moving to France ChecklistHow to Transfer Your Savings and Manage Money AbroadHow to Exchange Your Driving Licence and Buy a Car in FranceHow to Avoid Common Legal and Administrative Problems in FranceHow to Plan a Successful Move to France with Your Partner or Family

Healthcare and Social Security (8 guides)

How to Register for French Social Security as a ForeignerWhat Is the Difference Between French Social Security and Private Health Insurance?How to Get a French Social Security Number and Carte VitaleHow to Choose International Health Insurance Before Moving to FranceHow Does French Healthcare Work for Retirees and Their Families?What Healthcare Coverage Do International Students Need in France?How to Access Doctors, Hospitals and Prescription Medicines in FranceWhat Happens to Your Health Insurance When You Move from the UK, USA or Canada to France?

International Moving and Relocation (7 guides)

How to Organize an International Move to FranceHow Much Does It Cost to Ship Furniture and Personal Belongings to France?How to Choose a Reliable International Moving CompanyWhat Customs Rules Apply When Moving Household Goods to France?What Does a Relocation Agency Do for Expats Moving to France?How to Relocate to France with Children and PetsHow to Find Temporary Accommodation When You First Arrive in France

Settling In and Essential Services (5 guides)

How to Set Up Electricity, Internet and Utilities in FranceHow to Get a French Mobile Phone Number and Internet ConnectionHow to Register Your Address and Complete Essential Paperwork in FranceHow to Find an English-Speaking Relocation Consultant in FranceWhat Professional Services Do You Need When Settling in France?