@boatman1940
American expat in France
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American
Lives in Figarol
Speaks English US - My wife is French.
Registration: 13 July 2015
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VLS-T - Long Stay Visa -Tourist by Nmomtazi7
I have been living in France for last three years on a VLS-T (Long Stay Visa -tourist) renewing it each year from France. I get a new carte de séjour each time good for a year. Does that count towards 5 years permanently residing in France?
Mine took one year plus. That is what the Prefecture of Toulouse said when I had my first appointment. France has agreements with some places and some US states as part of international agreements. But the part of the French Government that does the ... Read More
French drivers license (Beziers) by orcuttnyc
Unfortunately New York is not on the license exchange list.I've been trying to find out with no success.As an older driver, will I have to take the theory test as well as the road test?I don't speak French, but i've 'read' that I can get the theory ...
After applying, getting your French driver's License will take a year if things are the same as 4 years ago. They do not like doing this and make it difficult because all French people have to go to driving school. After the Prefecture accepts your ... Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
@Fred I think it is going bad right now. Read More
VLS-T - Long Stay Visa -Tourist by Nmomtazi7
I have been living in France for last three years on a VLS-T (Long Stay Visa -tourist) renewing it each year from France. I get a new carte de séjour each time good for a year. Does that count towards 5 years permanently residing in France?
@Nmomtazi7 Have you been to the OFII office and system? When I started coming to France, it was easy; I just came and went. But the EU rules and controls forced me to get a Visa, and I only wanted six months, but it was not possible. There was only ... Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
@gulruu94 That is for sure. If you vote for the Democratic women, there is still a chance Drump will fail or Musk will quit. Or the next storm gets him. It is winding up. #18 Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
@roblex If Drump wins or just takes over, he will sell us all out to Putie for a Moscow Hotel and a Golf Club. But if that happens, Putie will go after Nato and the EU, and it will be a mess. Project 2025 owns the Supreme Courts, and they have ... Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
@gulruu94 Vote him Drump off the island Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
@Raevon1 Vote before you leave for France. We need the help and votes of all reasonable Americans. Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
Last night, Trump said he would declare victory on election day when he was in NewYork last night at Madison Square Garden. The same place His Father and Grandfather were in 1939 at the Rally for Hitler at the big Nazi Rally in Madison Square ... Read More
American expats: how do you think the US elections will affect you? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hi everyone. I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we are planning on writing an article about what American expats abroad (and non-American expats living in the US) think about the upcoming presidential elections. How do you think the ...
If the Rethugs win, the US will end. Trump wants Putin to let him build his Moscow Hotel. We will not know until Jan 20, 2025. Read More
Study in France - Application by ClementineLH
Hi all,I've messaged EEF in their mail system, but I've yet to hear back. I'm trying to fill this out as quickly as possible, so any tips on these questions would be much appreciated!Does 68.5 class days between Sep '24 and Oct '25 qualify me for a ...
Everything has to be translated into French. If you are writing it, use Google Translate to translate it, and have a French person proofread everything. A government-certified translator can translate documents for the French government on the ... Read More
Driver's License Exchange Processing Time by mrice30
I have a US driver’s license from a state that qualifies for the French license exchange program. I submitted my documents online and received a message that processing time is 6 to 8 months. Is this accurate? Can expect (hope for) a shorter ...
Mine took a Year, but you can get a good AAA International Driving License for a year to hold you over. If you do the application carefully, it will help—a translation of your license, both sides by a French State-approved translator. Which ... Read More
ANTES driving me insane. Advice re Exchange of license? by Sepharad
I have been trying to exchange my Portuguese Drivers license for a French one...for MONTHS. I have been sent to the National police, Local police, France Services, 2 different Mairies, the Prefecture and finally ANTS.I had all the forms, had a ...
@Sepharad, the address may be the email address in the email they sent you. That would be my guess without seeing the document they sent you. I started with the Prefecture, and it took three times to get that right. They had asked for a license ... Read More
ANTES driving me insane. Advice re Exchange of license? by Sepharad
I have been trying to exchange my Portuguese Drivers license for a French one...for MONTHS. I have been sent to the National police, Local police, France Services, 2 different Mairies, the Prefecture and finally ANTS.I had all the forms, had a ...
@SepharadIt took a year for me in 2017. Read More
Transfer money out of US for property purchase by Julie M72
Hi, buying an apartment in France of €300K +. Wanted to know if anyone has experience in hedging the foreign currency exchange risk, such as buying forward contract etc. Lately EUR is gaining momentum, I am worried that in 45 days when paying ...
I had this problem, so I opened an investment account for buying euros, bought low and sold high, and found that I could wire the Euros from My US account to my French Account. You have to talk to both banks and make them feel safe. You will pay low ... Read More