Want to move to france?

Question

i want to move to france and would like some advice!!

1)how easy will it be for me to be able to get a visa to live/work there (i have 2 passports, a british one and an australian one)

2) where do you suggest i go? i don't want to necessarily go to paris, but somewhere equally as beautiful and interesting

3) what other tips do you have for me?

i already speak french so that's one thing done, please answer!

Answer 1

Beeing a citizen of UK you don't need a visa one of the advantages of EU you just need the permit to get work wich only is a formality as you have the right to get it.

To find work might be slightly dificult depending on the job you intend to work due to relative high unemployment rates.

Feel free to contact me through my profile on here I am Native French and German and have lived and worked in both countries.

Answer 2

1) others have answered correctly

2) aix-en-provence, rennes, montpellier if you like nice small towns

3) visit paris in august : there are no parisians, visit chateaux de la Loire, enjoy South of France, appreciate good cheap wines, learn how to play soccer !

Answer 3

Actually, Marseilles is France's 2nd largest city, then Lyon. However, I do recommend Lyon over Marseilles. I also highly recommend Montpellier or Aix-en-Provence. I lived in Aix for a year and have spent quite a bit of time visiting the south of France, which I prefer over the north because of the warmer weather, relaxed lifestyle, and overall friendliness of the people.

Answer 4

As a British passport holder, you have the right to work and live in France. Both are EU members.

As a native English speaker, there is always work available to you, especially if you already speak French. English teachers are always needed. There are lots of options in the tourist industry, depending on where you settle. Many other kinds of jobs are tough to get because they require specific diplomas and qualifications from France. Experience counts for less here.

If you don't want Paris, which I understand, Lyon is what leaps to mind. That is France's second biggest city which is actually better placed as far as sea and mountains are concerned. Many foreigners flock to the south, which is beautiful and warm but work is less available and the deluge means less mixing in with the locals. Unless you line up a job down there first, I would give it a miss.

I live in Alsace, which is great for English speakers because there are relatively few of us here. We're still a novelty. The economy's strong so there's a good choice of employment.

I don't recommend the north-west part of the country. Bad weather and no lack of English speakers since it's so close to the U.K.  

The only tip I can give you is to do as much legwork as possible before coming. There are some excellent books on the subject. If you wish to work in France, culturally, it's very different.

Here are two I like and are relative to you;

http://www.amazon.com/Almost-French-Love...

http://www.amazon.com/Au-Contraire-Figur...

Good luck and happy planning!