If you weren’t lucky enough to have been born in the European Union, you’re likely reading this post because you’re … More
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My OFII Interview in Paris
New arrivals to France are obliged to have two meetings with OFII within their first three months in the country, … More
What Happened at my OFII Medical Visit in Paris
If you are the recipient of a long-stay visa in France, one of the requirements you need to fulfill to … More
Applying for a French Visa Through VFS Global in Montréal
When I learned I’d been granted salarié status by the French government, I started planning a trip back to Canada … More
Two Years in Paris
I realized recently that I’ve officially lived in Paris for over two years. I’m not so sentimental that I would … More
My Confusing and Constantly Evolving Lifelong Relationship with the French Language
The French language has been a constant in my life since the day I was born, and my relationship with … More
How I Got a Carte de Séjour Salarié: Part 1
APRIL 2021 UPDATE: As of April 1st 2021, the process to sponsor a foreigner for a work permit has changed. … More
Day Trips from Paris: Auvers-sur-Oise
There is an endless list of amazing cities and towns a train ride away from Paris – and you’d be … More
How to Find and Rent an Apartment in Paris
I think most expatriates to the French capital will agree with me when I say that renting in Paris is … More
How to get a French Social Security Number & Carte Vitale
For a foreigner living in France, anything involving the administration can be a nightmare. Obtaining a social security number and … More
