To see a video discussion of the information in this article click here. So on February 25th, roughly three months after my citizenship interview, I got an electronic notice that I should re-apply in two years because of “insufficient professional … Continue reading
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How to Apply for French Citizenship, Part I: Documents
I suppose ever since I began this blog in 2013, this article was in the works. But in my early days of life in France, I always thought I would apply for citizenship on the very day I became eligible. … Continue reading
Podcast Appearance and a 12 Days of Christmas Sale on Moving to France!
I recently appeared on Meet the Expats to talk about my ten years of living in France and my reflections on the journey. You can find it wherever you like to listen to your podcasts or via the direct player … Continue reading
How to Renew a Four Year Profession Libérale Visa
I always tell readers of the blog that getting a visa is usually much more challenging than renewing one, for the simple reason that for the former you are trying to prove to the French that something is at least … Continue reading
The Path to French Citizenship Begins, or “Visitor No More”
Note from the editor: In light of new guidance on remote working in France as shared by the official French tax office in June 2025, we have also officially changed our stance on remote working for a US company while … Continue reading