The guide
Settling in France, topic by topic.
The rules that matter, checked on official websites and explained simply. To find out what applies to your situation, ask Moovy, our AI assistant.
- ResidenceRegistering, deadlines, papers to keep.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Public services and online portalsWho does what, digital identity, the order of steps.
- Who does what in the French administration, and which procedures can you do online when you arrive?
- Tax numberGetting it, before or after you arrive.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- TaxesTax residence, rates, schemes for newcomers.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- HealthcareRegistering, the European Health Insurance Card, the S1 form.
- How to access the Assurance Maladie (French health insurance) when you settle in France?
- Health insurance required for visas and permits: what EU rules ask (short and long stays)
- SchoolEnrolling your children, international schools, childcare.
- How to enrol your child in school in France?
- Working for yourselfLegal forms, contributions, VAT, accounting.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- WorkContract, salary, unemployment, recognition of qualifications.
- Working in France: finding a job, contract, probation, 2026 Smic, working hours, unemployment and cross-border workers
- HousingRenting, buying, lease pitfalls.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- BankingOpening an account, what you will be asked for.
- Opening a bank account in France, the right to an account, SEPA transfers and mortgages
- Driving licence and carExchanging your licence, registering your car.
- Driving in France with a European, Swiss or British licence, and registering an imported car
- RetirementReceiving your pension, settling as a retiree.Moovy answers questions on this topic
- Customs and daily lifeLanguage, opening hours, manners, what surprises newcomers.
- Daily life in France: customs, opening hours, public holidays and emergency numbers
These guides give the general rules. Your situation can change the answer: Moovy looks at it with you and tells you when you need a professional.
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