Auto-entrepreneur status
Do you want to work as a freelancer in France? This article explains the 3 aspects of the auto-entrepreneur status: legal, social and fiscal. Is this French self-employed status for you?
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How to use FranceConnect
FranceConnect is France ID validation system. Find out who can use FranceConnect and how to use it. Learn some workarounds for foreigners who can’t create a FranceConnect+ account.
French greetings—Bonjour!
Learning French greetings in both formal and casual settings is essential when moving to France. Find out why you should never skip Bonjour and memorize a few French sentences to use when heading out.
France bank RIB
A bank RIB is one of the most commonly requested document in France. Learn what a RIB is, how to use it and why you need a RIB in France.
Phone carriers in France
This comprehensive guide explains how phone plans work in France. Learn what to look for before signing up for a plan, how to keep your phone number, avoiding roaming fees or how to cancel your phone subscription in France…
Port number to Google Voice
This article describes how to port a U.S. phone number to a Google Voice number. Thanks to Google Voice, you can keep your U.S. phone number while living abroad.
Can you use a US cell phone in France?
Make sure that your U.S. cell phone can work in France. Find out why you should keep a U.S. number when living abroad.
How to write numbers in French
Learn how to write numbers in French. This articles compares writing numbers in French with writing numbers in American English.
French naming conventions
This article talks about French naming conventions. Can French give any last name to their child? Why is your maiden name on your French DL?
French road signs
Driving in France? Learn French road signs visually with side-by-side American-French traffic sign pictures and their meanings in English.
French driver’s license
Are you familiar with the French driving point system? This article explains how to check your points or contest a a traffic fine. You’ll also learn about probationary permits and how to order a new driver’s license.
French driving test
Learn the ins and outs of the French driving test: Should you use a driving school? How many points do you need to pass the French written test? Can you take the written test in English?
Getting a driver’s license in France in 4 steps
This handbook gives you precise instructions on how to get a French driver’s license as an American.
Dental terms in French
This French glossary contains terms related to dental and oral care. Use it when you visit your dentist in France.
Taxes for Americans in France
Learn about filing taxes as an American expat in France. This guide teaches you how to be compliant with the IRS requirements.
eSIM France—best prepaid eSIM
Get a prepaid eSIM for France to have a French phone number as soon as you land! Learn about the advantages of dual SIM functionality when traveling abroad.
French air quality certificate
Do you need an air quality certificate in France? Read this FAQ to make sure you comply with the anti-pollution law when driving in France.
US driver’s license in France
This FAQ answers questions about driving in France with a US driver’s license. How long is your foreign license valid in France? Can you exchange your US DL for a French one? Can you rent a car in France with a US DL?
Going to the doctor in France
This article tells you what to expect when you go to the doctor in France and how to make a doctor appointment.
How to use a Wise bank account abroad
Find out why opening a Wise bank account is highly convenient for expats. Living abroad means that you’ll need to transfer money from your home country to your new place. Find out the benefits of using Wise as an expat.
Best French SIM card
This is a guide to help you buy a SIM card that you can use in France. Learn how SIM cards work in France.
Medical prescriptions in France
This articles covers all aspects of French medical prescriptions: what’s on it? Do they expire? Are they valid outside France?
French glossary of health professionals
This French glossary of health professionals with their English translations will help you navigate the French Healthcare system.
Internet providers in France
Where do you start when you are ready to setup internet at your new place? Which provider should you pick? What are the different fees involved? Is it easy to cancel your internet subscription? Read this guide to get your questions answered.
Best mutuelle in France
This is a comprehensive guide to help you pick a top-up insurance in France. Learn how to read benefit charts to get the best mutuelle.
French Pharmacy
French pharmacies are very different from American pharmacies and I’ll tell you how in this article.
All about French PACS
Pacs is a very unique French concept. This article explains how Pacs compares to marriage and what the obligations of a Pacs are.
Apply for carte Vitale in 3 steps
Follow the instructions from this guide to enroll into the French healthcare system and obtain your carte Vitale.
Diseases in French
This French glossary lists the most current illnesses (including kids diseases) with their English translations.
French accent names and punctuation marks
Learn the names (in French) of the different accents and punctuation signs.
Renting in France
Learn the ins and outs of renting in France. How to search for a rental? What charges and fees do you have to pay as a tenant? Should you get a renter’s insurance?
French documents—Justificatifs
France is overly bureaucratic, to say the least. Getting familiar with French administrative documents will help you conquer French bureaucracy.
Opening a bank account in France as an American
How to bank in France as an American? Why would you need a French bank account? What are the different types of accounts?