@eismee
American expat in France
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Lives in Paris
Registration: 20 October 2014
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Applying for une carte vitale on a long stay tourist visa by GuestPoster5109
HiWe’re a retired Australian couple on a long stay tourist visa. I understand we’re now eligible for une carte vitale and maybe other things (?). We’ve been told not all the required paperwork is necessarily listed on the ...
You don't need to visit an office for your carte vitale anymore. You can just request one on your Assurance Maladie (Ameli) account. Feel free to message me. We can chat in private so that I can give you more details on the steps. Read More
New start in Nice France by phaedravassiliou
Hi Alli need your advice i'm currently keen on moving to Nice and working there. I'm from the Uk and I really need to find an English speaking job so i can finally be with my partner and two little boys.i truly would like all the advice you can give ...
@phaedravassiliou Hi!I***Have a great day!-Ann Read More
Opening a French bank account from outside the country by GuestPoster5109
HiHas anyone any knowledge of opening a French bank account from outside the country? I'm looking at Bunq and similar entities at the moment. Are they safe?Is it a useful thing to do? Or should we wait until were in France to open a bank ...
It's actually not that complicated as long as you have proof of residency (visa). Open a Revolut account and you'll automatically have a French Iban. Once you have housing and then apply at a local bank. Read More
Can I work in France if I do not speak french? by sallyflorbobis
Good day everyone!My name is Sally from Philippines, I am planning to go to France and find a job in Food manufacturing sector as quality controller, is there a chance for people like me who dont know how to speak french to find a job there?Your ...
@sallyflorbobis Could you please describe the job description of a quality controller? Is it an auditor? If so, you'll most likely need at least C1 professional level of French.. Read More
Working in Nice by glyndwrg
Hi, I live in Kent and have been offered a long-term job in Nice. I am trying to get work permits and residency. I am hoping someone will be able to offer guidance.
@glyndwrg It depends on your situation. Feel free to send me a private message. :) Read More
Moving to Paris by pricedana
Hello! It's starting to look like my husband, 7 year old daughter and I will be moving to Paris in the coming months. I'm looking for a school for her (I posted on another thread about this) and somewhere to stay...etc. Any advice?
@pricedana Are you looking for a private or public school? French speaking, English speaking or both? Someone interviewed me not too long ago (I own a relocation company). Maybe her article could give you some ... Read More
Moving to Magnac-Laval internet advice? by julia todd
Hello everyone, My father-in-law moves to Magnac-Laval today and I wondered if anyone has any suggestions or advice on setting him up with basic internet. And how easy or complex this is?Thanks so much!Julia
@julia todd typically Freebox and SRF Red are the most cost effective :) Read More
Moving to Magnac-Laval internet advice? by julia todd
Hello everyone, My father-in-law moves to Magnac-Laval today and I wondered if anyone has any suggestions or advice on setting him up with basic internet. And how easy or complex this is?Thanks so much!Julia
@julia todd Hi Julia. It's not very complicated. You'll need to choose the provider that you want and you can create an account online. They'll typically send the internet box separately while a technician comes by one day to ensure you're all good ... Read More
Visa application got rejected - need help by georgekhutia
Hello, my employer ( which is also my close friend ) got the work permit for me, and then I collected documents and applied to get a visa ( I applied in my country, Georgia )I got rejected, the reason was that they suspect I would stay after visa ...
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