I made the permanent move to France in June 2017. As I continue to share my experiences, I’ll add articles to this list that are helpful to others trying to make the move! Write me if there is a topic you’d really like to hear about.
Paris Dispatch Series
Chronicling my first year of moving to France and starting a new life:
- Paris Dispatch #1: Hello New Life
- Paris Dispatch #2: The Growth Zone
- Paris Dispatch #3: La Rentrée
- Paris Dispatch #4: The Waiting Game
- Paris Dispatch #5: Between Two Worlds
- Paris Dispatch #6: Bonne Année
- Paris Dispatch #7: One Year
MAKING THE DECISION
- Should I Move Abroad? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself
- 10 Books to Read Before Moving to France
- Tips for Moving to Paris from Someone Who Just Did It
- Life in Paris vs. New York City
- 50 Reasons You Will Never Be French
VISAS + IMMIGRATION PROCESS
- Visa Long Sejour guide for American spouse of French citizen
- Here’s What Happens at Your OFII Meeting + Medical Appointment
- La Formation Civique: Your 2 Required French Civics Modules
- How to Get Your Securité Sociale & Carte Vitale in France
- Carte de Séjour Guide for American Spouses
THE FRENCH LANGUAGE
- Learning French in Paris: The Best Schools and Programs for Your Language Goal
- How to live in Paris without speaking French
- Why Do French People Respond in English When I Speak French?
- I Still Speak English at Home with My French Husband. Here’s Why.
- Charli’s Top Podcasts for French Language Learning
WORKING IN FRANCE
- 10 Differences Between French and American Work Culture
- 9 Tips for Finding Work in English While Living in France
- Freelance in France: Set Up Your Auto-Entrepreneur Status
ADJUSTING TO LIFE IN FRANCE
- 10 Expats Share Their Biggest Mistakes After Moving to Paris
- Expat Spouse Integration: Successfully adjust abroad with your partner
- Do French People Really Wear Berets? French Clichés Investigated
- How My Beauty Routine Changed After Moving to Paris
- How to Dress in Paris to Fit in with the Locals
- The secret to ordering the best baguette in France
- The Foreigner’s Guide to French Cheese Etiquette
- Never Say These 12 Things to a French Person
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