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Reader Stories: Living in France

Many people dream of living in France, but relatively few are able to make that dream come true. Share your stories of why and how you were able to live in France.

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Why did you move to France?*

Tell us why you wanted or had to move to France - work? marriage? francophilia?

How did you do it?*

Did you marry a French native, have you found work, or were you just lucky enough to be born into an EU-member country?

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Do you have any tips for other people who want to live in France?

Has living in France lived up to your expectations?

What has surprised/disappointed you the most?

Are most of your friends French or other expats?

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