lydiamarie1
American expat in France
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Registration: 15 January 2013
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Life in France by Larri-ann Law
Hello, My name is Larri-ann and I will be living in Versailles soon. I want to know what life is like in France, especially areas such as Paris and Versailles. Thank you.
Pip64 always has good advice. Many people - young, old, or in-between - are terrified at the thought of leaving their apartment and being forced to interact with the "dreaded Parisians". If you don't know any French at all, this will ... Read More
French long stay visa for retired U.S federal worker? by Jerryc7231
Does anyone have advice on getting a long stay visa, Wife and I are retired U.S. Federal worker with Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance that covers us overseas. Have good retirement incomes and will be living with daughter who has an apartment ...
I mentioned re-patriation insurance for a good reason. It's better to have this, than to pay the expenses you will occur if something unfortunate happens. If you become injured or ill while in France, you'll be treated first and will pay ... Read More
American to Parisian by Coupdefoudre
Hello! [ Bonjour! ] I would like to move to Paris, France. I do have some time before I would like to move but due to my "over-achieving nature" and the fact so many things go wrong when I don't plan thoroughly I'm starting ahead ...
This is a late reply, and hopefully the OP has done some more research into working in Paris. Many people have this dream, but it's time for a basic reality check. You cannot apply for a work visa unless you already have a signed work contract ... Read More
Life in France by Larri-ann Law
Hello, My name is Larri-ann and I will be living in Versailles soon. I want to know what life is like in France, especially areas such as Paris and Versailles. Thank you.
Here's the thing to understand about Parisians and many who live in nearby suburbs and commute to Paris for work or school: It's not that these people are unfriendly, suspicious, or disinterested in foreigners who come to live here. The fact ... Read More
Income taxes for US ex-pats by captdave51
OK, I've asked this before and I'm going to try again. Before moving to another country, I think it is important to know how their taxation system affects US citizens contemplating a move abroad. Is their anyone in France that can explain to ...
With FATCA, US citizens do not have a choice. You must file a form each year with both countries. You can set up your account online, if needed, and see how much you owe immediately. If you're living in France now, go and see a notaire, who ... Read More
Thinking of moving to a village on the south of France, are we crazy? by bengra
My family consists of hubby, 21 month old daughter and german shepherd dog, we are thinking of getting out of the rat race and moving to the south of France, I have been to France in the winter only (skiing) few times, my husband (originally from ...
Pip had the best reply. Learn a few words of "politesse" before you arrive, come for a long vacation. Don't commit to anything, just yet. I'd also advise coming during a time of the year when the weather stinks - just so you know ... Read More
Income taxes for US ex-pats by captdave51
OK, I've asked this before and I'm going to try again. Before moving to another country, I think it is important to know how their taxation system affects US citizens contemplating a move abroad. Is their anyone in France that can explain to ...
FATCA is a royal pain in the ... What you should do is go to your nearest friendly tax attorney in the US, who will explain everything for you. Ask him for the specific details you have in mind, and tell him to leave out everything else. Then go ... Read More
Need moving companies to be recommended New York to Paris by julieg93
please let me know of any good and cheap companies
Grospiron is an international company that I've used. Prices depend on how many cubic meters of stuff you have, and if they must pack it in crates or use other means. Read More
Life in France by Larri-ann Law
Hello, My name is Larri-ann and I will be living in Versailles soon. I want to know what life is like in France, especially areas such as Paris and Versailles. Thank you.
Do you speak French? If not, it would be a good idea to learn, otherwise you'll be left out of pretty much everything - and people will just use you to perfect their English. Are you going to work or school? Each situation is ... Read More
Mortgages in France by Ginger P
Bonjour all, I'm looking relocate from the UK to Brittany France. I will need to buy a property and get a mortgage. Does anyone have any experience with getting a French mortgage. Are they easy achieve or is the process much like the ...
No idea, now, with the Brexit... I'm a US citizen and it was difficult to arrange in 2008 with an international bank. But US citizens have a lot more paperwork to deal with, which banks don't want to bother with. You might check British ... Read More
French long stay visa for retired U.S federal worker? by Jerryc7231
Does anyone have advice on getting a long stay visa, Wife and I are retired U.S. Federal worker with Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance that covers us overseas. Have good retirement incomes and will be living with daughter who has an apartment ...
Some states will issue you a 6-month visa, some a full year. You'll have to provide your daughter's address as your residence while in France, but I wouldn't mention that you'll be caring for her children, because some officials might think that ... Read More