Americans in france

‘I’m not a supermarket’: a French pharmacist shares what surprises Americans about his pharmacy

How pharmacies in France do things differently from the US

Why some Americans in France are choosing life outside Paris

Paris’ population shrunk by 18,000 in 2025 as costs, pollution and paperwork took their toll

Good news for Britons in France as GBP hits 17-month high vs EUR

Both the pound and dollar are performing well against the euro

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Americans in France face bank closures linked to new EU ruling

Chase bank has begun informing its customers it will shut their accounts by end of year

Why some Americans in France return to the US

Cecile Weiland spent two spells living in France and ultimately hopes to retire here

Why you should wait to be seated and served in France

Commit this faux pas in France at your peril

Just two days left for many Americans in France to meet crucial tax deadline

Missing October 15 deadline can have different consequences depending on your circumstances

The US authors finding literary success in France

French publisher champions writers tackling difficult themes

More direct US-France flights announced for 2027

United, American, Delta and Air France add new routes

Robin Davis smiles at a café table in a warmly lit Parisian interior, wearing a black-and-white patterned dress.

‘France saved my life’: American moves to Paris - then survives breast cancer twice

As part of breast cancer awareness month, we talk to Robin Allison Davis about her journey of healing in France

How do I transfer my US medical records to France?

What medical information to gather before you move, and how to get it to a doctor in France

‘It can’t be done’: US voter struggles to mail ballot from France

American readers report continued postal problems

An American in France: from New Jersey to the Loire Valley

Entrepreneur shares her experience of moving to France, integrating near Angers and advice for US citizens planning a French life

Saving Breton in France: 'The best way to help it is to learn it'

An American doctoral student in Brittany is using social media and everyday conversation to win over young speakers

'It's my way of paying France back': the US retiree who embraced French fiscal fairness

Janice Wang's respect for the French approach to money led her to challenge a healthcare loophole benefiting fellow American retirees

Arranging car insurance as an American in France: everything you need to know

The process may take extra time and documents

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‘I was ready to leave America’: this couple chose Southern France and early retirement over corporate life

While the family is one of the many American households choosing to relocate to France, their story looks different from what one might expect.

Curious about France’s growing reputation as a startup hub? Here is what Americans need to know

Paris briefly overtook London as Europe’s top startup hub in 2025

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How easy is it for Americans to launch a business in France?

If the American dream is fading, does France have what it takes to nurture new founders?

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US-France postal disruptions make sending gifts costly – how to work around it

Three attempts and more than €200 later, American Greg Marshall still has not been able to send a 2.6 kilogram gift package back to the US

France Télévisions to screen first-ever NFL game in France

Paris encounter between New Orleans Saints and Pittsburgh Steelers will be broadcast live

How raising children in France differs from the US and what to expect

From stricter grading to two-hour lunches, French childhood follows a different playbook

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‘All the doors are open’-- How France is attracting America’s brightest graduates

Thirty American graduates have won places on France's new Lafayette Fellowship, a fully funded program designed to strengthen academic and diplomatic ties between the two countries

'Moving to France led me to become an expat life coach'

Reader Theresa Dilick moved to France for love in 2000

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Americans in France: the investment traps that could cost you

Investing in France is possible, but can leave you out of pocket if done wrong

Why does produce taste so much better in France?

Behind this oft-repeated observation lies differing food production, higher standards and even a few outdated stereotypes

How Americans can access France's healthcare system – and why it takes patience

Admin, long waiting times and uneven access to English-speaking doctors need to be factored in

Americans in France: how to vote in US midterm elections

French mail polices reported to be causing some complications

Why France has avoided the cyclospora outbreak causing illness in the US

The two countries differ on key practices like produce importation and reporting

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Can you really afford France? Here's how major US states compare

Your home state can tell you a lot about how easy the transition to French living will be

EES: New data on EU entry refusals and extension of stay beyond 90 days

Why many Americans and Canadians are allowed to stay on for longer

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Americans in France on being asked 'are you for Trump?'

Democrats and Republicans tell of conversations ranging from rewarding to challenging

France’s heatwaves light up transatlantic debate on AC

This year has seen temperatures rising over 40C

Photos: French aerobatic jets fly over New York for US Independence Day

Patrouille de France coloured the skyline red, white and blue as it flew over the Statue of Liberty to mark the 250th anniversary of American independence

Can I get a French driver's licence ‘from scratch’ without exchanging my US one?

You cannot hold more than one valid driving licence for use in France at the same time

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How to get a French talent visa: American arts couple share their experience

Their first visa application was rejected

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Tulip tree from George Washington uncovers hero in France

Dutch historian brings new nuance to the US's 250th birthday

Where in France to celebrate the 250th anniversary of American independence

From Paris to Nice, find the best Fourth of July events near you

We moved to France from the US and here are the five emotional hurdles we faced

Homesickness, facing French bureaucracy and learning the language are common obstacles

French inheritance: what is known about US-law wills and exemption from heirs' levy?

Latest clarifications by government referred explicitly to English law being exempt

How do new language tests affect Americans moving to France?

Immigration bill changed requirements for several residency card types

French aerobatic jet group taking part in US tour this summer

Aeronautical group will make appearances at several sites and airshows

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Americans in France await details of new healthcare charge

We also look at questions around US Medicare for Americans who have moved to France

US woman moves to France and cuts annual asthma drug cost from $36,000 to $3,500

'The difference was immediate and life-changing,' says writer Hilary Hodge

American expats in France: 5 tips for your first tax season

US citizens must file with the IRS and the French authorities

Guns, healthcare, culture: why my children are better off in France

Novelist and former professional skateboarder Scott Bourne, 53, from North Carolina, fell in love with Europe – and Paris in particular

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Should I declare interest on French bank account as an American?

Tax treaties can affect what authorities must be notified of

Americans in France urged to join anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ rally

Eight French cities including Paris, Nice, Lyon and Bordeaux are set to see protests against Trump administration

April and June tax deadlines for Americans living in France

Many citizens are exempt from paying tax in the US tax but most must still declare

‘Accidental’ Americans in France welcome lower fee to give up citizenship

Many people face administrative issues linked with being American

French government clarifies rules for post sent to US

Updated official guidelines for letters, parcels, and gifts

Why is La Poste refusing to send my letter to the US?

There has been confusion over how customs rules apply to letters

Residency changes in France: more Americans, card fees set to rise and test centre update

Among those renewing residency cards, Britons stood out with a 38% increase in renewals in 2025

Sending letters and parcels to US from France: what are the latest rules?

La Poste has now restarted Colissimo parcel deliveries

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Is new healthcare fee for Americans still on the way in France?

Last year French MP told how he put forward plan aimed at ‘visitor visa’ holders

France to host first NFL regular-season game at Stade de France in 2026

The US’s National American Football League has over 14 million fans in France

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Euro reaches strongest exchange rate against the US dollar in five years

Strong euro spurs economic debate within the eurozone and in France

Americans in France protest against ICE

Tensions rise after two people die shot by immigration officers in Minnesota

Dancers at the Maison Noire Américaine Josephine Baker event

Black history in Paris: the story behind Maison Noire Américaine

An American non-profit is illuminating the legacy and vibrant presence of African-Americans and the African diaspora in France

Photos: Dordogne home recreated as a gingerbread house

Tasty model includes architectural features taken from the real property

‘It’s the place we are happiest’: why George Clooney and family become French

‘My kids have a much better life [and] speak perfect French’, the Hollywood star says

New healthcare fee in France: more retirees set to face charge

New wording brings extra people into scope of fee originally aimed especially at American retirees

Franco-American lawyer Geraldine Tissot-Brown and colleagues in Los Angeles

Dual citizenship under threat: what the US bill means for Americans in France

We must stop senator’s plan to ban dual American citizenship say Franco-American lawyers

Funeral held in Normandy for last Native American soldier to survive D-Day landings

Charles Norman Shay was among first to land on Omaha beach and a recipient of Silver Star and Legion of Honour medals

'I left Chicago and now run a truffle farm in rural Provence'

Lisa Pepin enjoys the tranquility of the French countryside and appreciates a better work-life balance

ChatGPT told me to move to a small town in southern France to cure burnout - so I did

44-year-old American had never previously set foot in Uzès

Join the club: the American Club of Lyon

Connect with fellow US expatriates, celebrate American traditions, and integrate into French society – explore membership benefits and activities

‘We’re happy to pay new health fee, it's fair’, say Americans in France

Some feel uncomfortable over being singled out for attention by French députés

Is there a set date by which I must arrive in France from US on long-stay visa?

VLS-TS visas must be validated within three months

French MPs back new health fee for ‘visitor visas’ and target Americans

Measure adopted as part of the ongoing 2026 budget negotiations

Photos: Americans take to streets in France to protest against President Trump

Hundreds participated in the No Kings 2 protest on October 18

French pharmacies attract American visitors with their lower prices

Pharmacists say some tourists are buying medication in France - both prescription and over-the-counter - to save money

French cities to host Americans’ ‘No Kings 2’ rallies as part of global pro-democracy day

Organisers hope that people dissatisfied with the policies of President Trump will join international protest

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