Administrative services for expats in France

Moving to a new country or purchasing property can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with unfamiliar regulations and paperwork. My goal is to simplify the process for you, ensuring a smooth transition to your new life in France.

Administrative services

Below a non-exhaustive list of administrative services I can provide – feel free to contact me with any questions or requests and I will see how I can best help you.

• Register to the French healthcare system (Ameli) – medical insurance and mutuelle
• Tax declaration – help understand the online declaration process and contact an accountant for questions related to your tax declaration
• Open a bank account
• Open a contract (for electricity, gaz, the Internet, etc.)
• Financial benefits (CAF, child benefit)
• Find a childcare or school for your kids (access the schools’ platform)
• Create your own company (to rent out a B&B for example)
  • URSSAF
  • Open a professional bank account
• Access and manage your French retirement account – lassuranceretraite.fr
• French citizenship
• Car related admin
  • French driving licence
  • French number plate – vehicle registration
  • Crit’Air sticker (environmental sticker needed to enter big cities with your car)
• Make appointments on your behalf
• Accompany you to meetings/appointments (for the purchase of a home, to meet an accountant, for medical purposes, etc.)
• Getting a permit (for a construction, a swimming-pool, etc.)
• Filling out any kind of forms
• Write letters on your behalf
• Help write your CV and motivational letter for job applications

I’m happy working face to face or with video calls; what works best for you works for me!

Qualifications and Experience

I hold a Master’s degree in English from the University of Pau and Portsmouth, as well as a Master’s degree in Translation Project Management from the University of Rennes. My academic background, combined with over 13 years of professional experience, equips me with the skills necessary to assist expats effectively.

• Expert Knowledge of French Bureaucracy – Having successfully navigated the complexities of French bureaucracy myself, I understand the ins and outs of the system. I can help you with essential tasks such as obtaining visas, setting up bank accounts, and registering with local authorities.
• Extensive Experience – I have worked as a translation project manager for big international brands; this experience has honed my communication skills and ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Personalized Guidance – I provide tailored administrative support based on your unique needs, whether you’re relocating for work, retirement, or personal reasons. From understanding residency requirements to navigating property purchases, I’m here to help every step of the way.