French Administration Articles

French Healthcare for Expats: What is a Carte Vitale?

As a little girl growing up in the United States, I always dreamed of having access to universal healthcare. When I immigrated to France, that dream became a reality. But in my Emily in Paris-esque haze, I didn’t fully understand all the steps required to access...

Understanding LGBTQ+ Rights in France

Paris has always been the City of Love, but since the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2013, Paris’s identity as the romance capital of the world is truly cemented. This Pride Month, we want to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and illuminate the rights LGBTQ+ people...

Retiring in France: Our Client’s Journey

Justyna sits down with Michael, a retiree who recently made the move to France, to talk about planning retirement, expat life, and his relocation experience.

Retiring in Paris: An American Expat’s Story & Advice

Justyna Simmons, co-founder and CEO of Your Friend in Paris, sat down with Judy, a retiree who has been living in Paris for the past 2 years, to ask her some of the most pressing questions surrounding retirement in Paris. Watch the video or read the transcript below to find out how Judy planned her relocation, what she has learned throughout the process, and what advice she would give to others planning their retirement in Paris.