French Healthcare System
Registering with the French Healthcare System France is known for its world-class healthcare system, offering excellent medical care at accessible costs. Whether you’re relocating to work, retire, or enjoy a new chapter of life, joining the French public healthcare system (l’Assurance Maladie) is an essential step in settling in successfully. That said, French bureaucracy can […]
Visa Private Health Insurance
Visas – Private Health Insurance When applying for a French visa, one of the key requirements is proof of private healthcare insurance. This ensures that visitors and students are protected against medical expenses during their stay in France, while also guaranteeing that the French healthcare system is not financially burdened. Written : 07/11/2025 Who needs […]
Fluent in French
Whether you’ve just arrived in France or have been here for a while, reaching fluency in French is often a top priority for many expats—and it can also be one of the most challenging goals. From managing everyday errands to feeling comfortable in casual conversations, learning French is an essential part of fully enjoying life here.
Naturalisation – French nationality
You are thinking of applying for French citizenship but aren’t sure if you are eligible or what the process is? Here’s some information about the process and conditions to apply for French nationality by naturalisation.
Admin obligations for Microentrepreneurs
Here’s a short list of the Admin obligations for Microentrepreneurs
Visitor Visa
whether visiting France or retiring to france, if you are not French or don’t hold an EU passport, you will need to apply for a visa to visit France (for a period of over 3 month Schengen visa). Read more about the visitor visa here.
The CESU scheme
The CESU scheme is an easy solution to get help around the house without going through the daunting French employment admin system. It is a very simplified scheme that will allow you to register as an employer and employ people to help with personal services at home. Read more about this here !
French Tax Return
The French tax return is completed over spring and your income tax will be issued in September. Who must complete a French Tax return? Where do I file a French Tax return? What must be declared? Here is general information about French Tax returns.
Buying or selling a car in France
You live in France and would like to buy or sell a car? Wondering what are the admin obligations for car owners? This blog was written for you !
Pregnancy in France
You are thinking of having a baby or you are already pregnant and live in France? Here are the main medical and admin guidelines to being pregnant and having a baby in France.