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
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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”
I saw her place the green and white paper on top of my file. It was the paper used to print a récipissé (the temporary document one uses for identification while waiting to get a permanent identity card). Externally I … Continue reading