CiliaAnn
English expat in France
Forum posts
34
About me
English
Lives in Ivry-sur-Seine, 脦le-de-France
Speaks English French Spanish Portuguese some Italian and German
Registration: 22 May 2020
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Introduction : I've been living in France for a while by GuestPoster5
Hi everyone,I've been living in France for a while, I have 2 children and 2 cats.I look forward to chatting with you,Claire
Hello Claire. I live between Ivry sur Seine in Val de Marne and Algarve, Portugal. I'm mad about cats, children are okay too. I have a really international family and am happy to communicate... and exchange cat stories and pictures.Have a very nice ... Read More
Tracing French Pensions by RetiringRoy
Hi All,I worked in France from 1990-2005 before moving back to the UK where I am now based and facing retirement!I would like to ask if anyone can advise how I can trace my Pensions ( both State & Corporate) that are locked somewhere in the ...
You are certainly entitled to a French pension for your stint working for French companies. As you have your Secu number and payslips there should be no problem although it might take a little time. Try writing to the CNAV of the district you worked ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Welcome to Europe! I live in France, just outside Paris. I have family all over, Germany, Spain, UK, Portugal, Australia. My brother lives in New Zealand. Would like to get in touch when you arrive in this fascinating continent of multiple ... Read More
Paying French taxes by Trorn
Hi allI have a property in France and have holiday lets via an agency.I have to pay French taxes but I don't have a French bank account - I use Revolut and Starling, but I can't seem to pay my taxes online.Does anyone know how to pay taxes fonciers ...
You could go to your nearest Hotel des Impots or get the agency to do it for you. My brother whose official residence is New Zealand, has a property in Portugal. He has a fiscal rep in Portugal who bills him for the taxes each year. Not sure this ... Read More
Looking for advice on the fundamentals - Uz猫s by Rustic islander
I bought a house in Uz猫s in June and take possession in September. I have Canadian, UK and Polish citizenship and the latter affords me right of residency in the EU. However, it's likely Uz猫s will be a vacation home for a while, ...
Hello Rustic IslanderCongratulations on soon becoming the owner of property in Uz猫s. The piece of advice I could give you only covers one of your questions - a bank ... I would recommend La Banque Postale. The charges are lower than regular ... Read More
Anthotype and/or cyanotype fans in France
Is there anyone who enjoys this primitive form of photography? I'd enjoy exchanging experiences and images ... Read More
Long wait for French nationality
You need patience if you apply for French nationality. Sendng off the documents and getting a letter to say you'd forgotten one or two and that they need an oficial translation, a few visits to the Pr茅fecture of your d茅partement, the ... Read More
Your best culinary memory in France by Mickael
Hello everyone, As you know, every country has its own flavours and tasting the local cuisine is a great way to discover the culture of a destination. Whether it's a small typical restaurant to taste local dishes, a traditional meal in a local's ...
Having been an au pair way back in the 70s, in the d茅partement de l'Allier, I had the opportunity to taste so many good dishes, new to my palate. I loved the "daube" made with rabbit or hare, also the "pat茅 de pomme de terre" which is ... Read More
Keeping busy as a 70 year old expat lady by Islandlady
Hello, can anyone talk about what they do to occupy their time as a single lady>聽
Hello, I'm a retired lady over 75 and can recommend some activities :- learn another language which entails written exercises- cultivate a manual activity, take care of house plants, garden if you are lucky enough to have one!- join the local ... Read More
All about taxes for expats in France by Diksha
Hi everyone, Taxation is an important subject, especially when you are an expatriate in France. We would like to know what you think about the tax system in your host country. This could be helpful to other people preparing for expatriation in ...
Hello, I've lived and worked in France since 1980 and for the first 3 or 4 years it didn't occur to me to do a tax declaration, having been used to the PAYE system in the UK., Suddenly in August 1985, I received 4 letters from the Fisc ... Read More
Finding a job in France during the pandemic by Diksha
Hi everyone, Looking for a job in France is not something you can take lightly, especially now. If you found a new job in France during the pandemic or if you are currently searching for one, we would like to know how it went. How did you go ...
Sorry, Diksha. I am retired so have nothing to report ... However, good luck to all those looking for a job. I have learnt in the past that one should leave all options open. Sometimes you get good surprises by taking a job that is not ... Read More
Places to see in France by Anadeem
I hope everyone is fine and doing well, looking for an opportunity to see someone's support in advising on Places to See in Paris or in France overall, or even travel partner. It depends to see the understanding of the person. Thanks in advance
A vast subject ... so much to see and experience in France. There are mountains and coastlines, green pastures and urban environments influenced by history, tradition and movement of population. There will always be another region, city, town to ... Read More
UK citizens and Brexit by SimCityAT
Some good news France gives Brits three more months to apply for post-Brexit residence cards
Thank you, Simcity. Helpful link. Read More
UK citizens and Brexit by SimCityAT
Some good news France gives Brits three more months to apply for post-Brexit residence cards
Hello Where did you find this information please? I need to get it to my nephew, who is a Brit, doesn't speak good French, has been working since January 2020 in Paris and got started recently on his application for a Carte de S茅jour. He ... Read More
Living in the Dordogne. by Muzz24
I have always hired gardening tools, but I have made my mind up to buy some...I am looking for a mower, a Strimmer and a hedge trimmer. Can we find this sort of thing on here?
How about looking on Le Bon Coin, entering your postcode? You could also post an alert. Enjoy your gardening ... Read More