Subscribing to a Complementary Health Insurance
The French national health insurance system (Assurance maladie) covers most of the medical costs. However, some health expenses may not be fully covered or not covered at all, depending on…
Enrolling in the French Health Insurance
Access to health care in France is based on the principle of national solidarity, where healthy individuals contribute to financing the medical expenses of the sick. Affiliation with the French…
Insurance in France
In France, there are various types of insurance available to individuals, ranging from mandatory to optional policies. Having insurance can be essential in protecting your financial and personal interests in…
Weekend Getaway in Versailles
Weekend Getaway in Versailles Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Versailles and check into your hotel near the Palace of Versailles. This will give you convenient access to the main attraction.…
A Guide to Taxes in France
France has various taxes in place, including the taxe sur la valeur ajoutée (TVA) and the taxe d’habitation and taxe foncière, which are local taxes. Understanding these taxes is important…
Weekend Getaway in Poitiers
Weekend Getaway in Poitiers Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Poitiers and check into your hotel in the city center or near the historic district. These areas offer a convenient location…
Income tax in France
Understanding the French tax system can be complex, especially when it comes to income tax. The process of paying taxes in France is one that requires a good deal of…
Weekend Getaway in Dunkirk
Weekend Getaway in Dunkirk Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Dunkirk and check into your hotel in the city center or near the waterfront. These areas offer a convenient location for…
Support for non-French speaking students in French schools
In France, non-French speaking students are placed in a school grade based on their age and abilities after an evaluation of their original language. They are enrolled in a regular…
Weekend Getaway in Vitry-sur-Seine
Weekend Getaway in Vitry-sur-Seine Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Vitry-sur-Seine and check into your hotel in the city center or near the Seine River. These areas offer a convenient location…
Education in France: Secondary School for Your Children
In France, the secondary education system is divided into two parts: the collège (middle school) and the lycée (high school). The collège is the first stage of secondary education and…
Weekend Getaway in Avignon
Weekend Getaway in Avignon Day 1: Morning: Arrive in Avignon and check into your hotel in the city center or near the Palais des Papes. These areas offer a convenient…