Zinjah
American expat in France
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5
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2
About me
American
Speaks English (Fluent) Spanish (Intermediate) French (Beginner)
Registration: 19 December 2017
Activity
French Classes at AFLyon by GuestPoster00036987
I'm starting French classes on Monday (Feb. 1), and was just wondering if anyone else is or has? What should I expect? As someone who barely knows 10 words, I'm hoping I'm not too much of a beginner. Thoughts?
OFII is only for non-EU nationals. Read More
finding jobs for english speakers by FOUZI1
Hi all, can someone tell me where and how to look for jobs in france i am in a town called sallaumines which is about 30 miles from lille, any irish, british people in the area?? get in touch. many thanks.
I feel like there are plenty of jobs in France for people who speak both English AND French, but if you only speak English and no French or very little French, then you're pretty much out of luck. Read More
Finding work Lyon by Ginalove
Hi Am moving to Lyon from northern France ,where I do gite cleaning and house keeping , dos anyone have any ideas , where I might find work like this , or child minding , I have a degree in Heath and social care , but I am finding I hard ...
Hi Gina, Have you registered with Pôle Emploi? That's where I would start. I am pretty much in the same boat as you, only I have put off searching for work at this time because I need to focus on learning French. It really is difficult to ... Read More
French Courses - How do government language programs work? by PeterTurn31
I am starting my life in Lyon with my French wife. Does anyone know what the Government language programs are for french and how they work? Do they just pay for it and you go to a place of your choice? Thank you any help would be great. -Peter
Hello! I'm new to this arena (American woman recently married to a Frenchman), but from what I understand, the OFII government-sponsored French lessons are only for non-EU members who have a long-stay visa, be it for school, marriage or visitor. ... Read More
New in Lyon by Guest7886
My name is Nwazuoke Chisom from Nigeria. I am new in Lyon. I'd love to hang out this weekend. Is there anyone who would like to join?
Bonjour et bienvenue, Nwazuoke! I, too, am new to Lyon and looking for other expats to connect with. Please let me know if you are interested in a chat! Read More