Living in France, explained clearly.
France Life Guide provides practical, plain-English explanations of how life in France actually works — from administration and taxes to healthcare, family life, and housing.
Whether you’re new to France or have lived here for years, this site helps you understand the systems that matter, without jargon, guesswork, or pressure.
What you’ll find here
- Clear explanations of French administration and paperwork
- Step-by-step guides to taxes, healthcare, and social systems
- Practical information for families, parents, and households
- Straightforward guidance on work, money, and housing
Explore the guides
- Living in France – administration, residency, healthcare, and daily life
- Money & Work – payslips, taxes, banking, and self-employment
- Family & Children – schools, childcare, benefits, and healthcare
- Housing – buying, selling, renting, and property costs
- Practical Guides – checklists, explanations, and things no one tells you
Why this site exists
France Life Guide is built on long-term experience of navigating within the different French systems, from education and family life to housing, administration, and major life changes.
French systems are often fragmented, unclear, or difficult to navigate — especially if French isn’t your first language.
France Life Guide exists to make those systems understandable, so you can make informed decisions with confidence.