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France

Livret de Famille – Help

February 11, 2009 France

The subject of official documentation in connection with France is something which appears on a regular basis across the French expat forum. It would appear that officially there are certain requirements and paperwork needed to either start a new life in France or moved back after spending time overseas. However, as with so many “official [...]

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Lyon for students?

January 15, 2009 France

France has for many years been a very popular destination for a variety of different nationalities although from the make-up of this post it would appear that many find it difficult to learn the language in a short space of time and to socialise in the country. France on the whole attracts a great variety [...]

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Marrying a French citizen and living legally in France

December 16, 2008 France

If there is one country in the world were the interpretation of immigration paperwork is literally down to the luck of the draw and interpretation of the people reading it, France is the place!
This post relates to an au pair who moved to France only for her situation to deteriorate and contracts to be ended. [...]

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Are you concerned about incomplete paperwork with regards to your stay in France?

December 16, 2008 France

This particular post is about a party who moved to France with the hope of staying full-time only to find that circumstances were not amenable to their needs and they decided to leave shortly after. The poster seems very concerned that due to incomplete paperwork and an extended length of stay they may well be [...]

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Telecommuting Between France And The US

September 7, 2008 France

As the world of technology continues to develop many people are now looking to telecommute, i.e. work for a homeland country while actually living overseas. But how does the tax situation pan out? How is the visa situation resolved?
This is a very different type of thread from the norm but one which we shall [...]

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Working The French Way

September 7, 2008 France

This thread touches on a number of issues which will be close to the heart of those who are self employed and looking to move to France. The working environment is very different to that of the UK and unless you can master even the most basic grasp of the language you will be [...]

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The complicated state of French taxation!

September 6, 2008 France

A simple question about whether a couple living apart, but still married, are able to file different tax returns – one in France and one in the Middle East – has opened up the French residency and taxation laws to great scrutiny!
In summary a husband and wife are still together but the lady has decided [...]

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Doing it the French way!

September 6, 2008 France

While France has always had something of a love hate relationship with the UK (or that appears to be the UK perception) the country has much to offer for those looking to relocate. This thread covers some of the more practical ways in which you can integrate into local French life the correct way [...]

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Saint-Etienne City Guide

August 13, 2007 France

Saint-Etienne is a city in the central eastern section of France that serves as the capital of the Loire département. At various times in its history, the city’s economy has relied heavily on firearms manufacturing, coal mining and bicycle building.
Although it did not develop significantly as a city until the 19th century, Saint-Etienne today is [...]

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Nice City Guide

August 13, 2007 France

Nice is a coastal town in the south of France, located between Marseille and Genoa on the Mediterranean coast. One of the world’s foremost tourist destinations, Nice is as remarkable for its many impressive natural features as it is for its cultural and historical attractions. Of particular note is the many town squares all over [...]

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Montpellier City Guide

August 13, 2007 France

Montpellier is a city located in the south of France that serves as the capital of the Languedoc-Roussillon region. It has the distinction of being one of the few places in the country that has largely been untouched by Roman influence.
Montpellier is a remarkably picturesque city with many charming hamlets, majestic castles and imposing towers [...]

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