France

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Retiring to the south of France
Cafe life in Paris

Why France?

More people visit France each year than any other country, and the Western European nation offers beaucoup charm for those who decide to move there. From limestone cliffs in historic Normandy, to the French Alps, to your favorite arrondissement in Paris, to the lavender fields of Provence, to the castles of the Loire Valley, to the Mediterranean Sea, France is packed with things to see, eat, and do. If you love art, wine, food, and European culture, you’ll never tire of your new home. If you expect living in France to feel like vacation, you may be disappointed. Expats report trying experiences with bureaucracy that are exacerbated if they don’t speak the language. Those who prevail are comforted with excellent healthcare, work-life balance, and joie de vivre.

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The Expatsi Report | Q4 2022

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Welcome to the third Expatsi Report and the final report of 2022! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. [...]

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The Expatsi Report | Q3 2022

November 14th, 2022|Comments Off on The Expatsi Report | Q3 2022

Welcome to the second Expatsi Report! This quarterly report tracks why people want to leave the U.S., what they're looking for, what they have to spend, and more. See the images above, or download [...]

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Guide to Digital Nomad Visas 2023

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The Expatsi Report | Q2 2022

September 22nd, 2022|Comments Off on The Expatsi Report | Q2 2022

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Should you move to France?

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France at a Glance

Cost-Of-Living:
Top 33%

Ranks Highly For:
Raising Kids

Ranks Highly For:
LGBTQIA

Ranks Highly For:
Retiring

Healthcare Ranking:
Top 25%

Infrastructure Ranking:
Top 10%

Government Style:
Flawed Democracy

Mostly Legal: Abortion,
Gay Marriage, Gambling, Guns

Online Guides

Our fave resources for making your move.

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International Living magazine has been helping their readers retire, move and invest overseas for over 40 years. See their reports on France.

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Their Living in France Guide is an introduction to everything about the basics for moving to France: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, and more.

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