Stalled by a complex vehicle registration
This week we introduce you to a couple who fell foul of French bureaucracy trying to register a car in France. British couple Suzi and Peter had lived in Hong Kong for 30 years before moving to Nice in the south of France in 2019. Suzi explains, “We needed to buy a car, but because […]
Navigating the French Education System for English-speaking Expats: Enrolment, Choices, and Adaptation
Moving to a new country can be both exciting and challenging, and for families with children, navigating the local education system is a critical aspect of the relocation process. For English-speaking expats relocating to France, understanding and adapting to the French education system can be a complex and daunting task. In order to ensure a […]
A Guide to the French Healthcare System for English-speaking Expats
When moving to a new country, understanding and navigating the local healthcare system is of paramount importance to safeguard your well-being and ensure that you and your family receive the necessary care when required. This is particularly true for English-speaking expats relocating to France, a country known for its high-quality healthcare services but also for […]
Help from the French government gets a warm welcome this winter
Sometimes help can come from unexpected sources. As well as the 194 euro ‘cheque énergie’ that the French government sent to every eligible taxpayer back in April, it has now put out a leaflet with suggestions on how to economise on power bills in what is likely to be a difficult winter ahead. True, some […]
