Sometimes it’s still hard for me to believe that I have lived abroad for so long. If you’ve read any of my other articles for The American in Paris, you know that my journey to France never involved years of … Continue reading
Author: Molli Sébrier
How to Earn Money as an Expat Student in Paris
I’ve had almost every student job imaginable since I’ve been in Paris. I’ve traded daily English lessons for my apartment and picked up a child after school while speaking exclusively in English. I’ve cleaned Airbnb properties and met guests to … Continue reading
Making Friends With The French
One of the things that I was happiest to leave behind in the US is the idea that there’s something wrong with you if you’re not an outgoing extrovert. Throughout my childhood, teenage years, and even into young adulthood I … Continue reading
How to Go to University in France as a Foreigner
When I graduated with my bachelor’s degree I was one of those “I’m free!” people. I was so happy to have finally wrapped up my schooling after what seemed like 16 long years. I truly never thought I would go … Continue reading
How to Become an Au Pair in France
After I returned home to the United States after my semester abroad, I knew that I eventually wanted to go back to France. But, before I could do that I knew that I wanted to finish my undergrad degree. And … Continue reading
How to Apply for the Passeport Talent Visa
Americans have had the Profession Libérale and Long-term Stay Visitor statuses closed for application from the US for some time now due to Covid-19. Other countries do have these options available and Americans who have had legal residence in other … Continue reading
Obtaining a Student Visa for France
Over the summer I gave a series of webinars on moving to France (recordings available on Nomadic Matt’s Patreon). One of the strategies I suggested for coming to France in the short term (given that some visa windows were indefinitely … Continue reading