Article 1: Six major advantages after immigrating to France
1. There are many accommodation options
No matter where in France, immigrants should look for many accommodations Pick. Most real estate agencies display real estate listings on their dialog boxes and websites. Some real estate agents may not speak fluent English, but they will do their best to communicate and find suitable accommodation options.
Alternatively, a simple Internet search can provide a directory of available resource options for apartments, houses or buildings. Many French websites provide translated English versions. Some bed and breakfasts and vacation rentals also offer long-term accommodation, which can be helpful when looking for a permanent home.
2. The pace of life is relatively slow
French people generally enjoy one to two hours of lunch every day, as well as ample time for coffee. Most shops are closed during lunch time, from 6 to 7 pm at night, and 24 hours a day on Sundays. Although this may be frustrating for immigrants who used to live a fast-paced life, adjusting to a slower pace does not necessarily last long. They attach great importance to their homes, and newcomers will quickly spend their weekends at home with their families.
3. Plenty of paid holidays
France is famous for having the most paid annual holidays in the world. Schools enjoy a week of summer vacation every six to seven weeks, allowing families to enjoy a break together. Immigrants should keep in mind that most parts of the country have holidays at the same time in mid-to-late July, so planning in advance is necessary.
4. Convenient and fast urban bus transportation
Most big cities provide comprehensive bus, subway or tram systems at reasonable prices. France also has many regional airports and bus stations to assist foreigners traveling in Europe.
Immigrants moving to the French countryside should be aware that they may need a car. Buses may go to nearby cities once or twice a day, but in most cases, a car is needed to reach rural France.
5. Fresh food and wine
Every big city, small town or rural area has a regular fresh food market. Most commercial streets have local bakeries selling fresh toast and butchers, cheese shops or small groceries. France is known for its strict food regulations, which means a wide variety of fresh and delicious nutritional options.
In addition, high-quality red wine is also an essential part of daily life in France. Lunch and dinner usually include a glass of wine or a carafe to share with friends. Local wineries and grocery stores offer a wide variety of high-quality wines at a variety of prices.
6. Child care
France has many options for child care. As everyone knows, this possibility is expensive and competitive. The most common form of care is kindergarten, which generally provides full-time education and part-time care. However, kindergartens across France generally have very long waiting lists, and most people recommend registering immediately during pregnancy. Alternatively, immigrants will want to consider an assistant manager, a state-approved caregiver who can accommodate up to four children in the home. However, these are often expensive, and the cost can change at any time.
Chapter 2 Advantages of French home-buying immigrants
France has always been known as the romantic capital of the world: the Louvre with its splendid arts, the Eiffel Tower in Paris with its splendid artistic conception, the historical time The glorious Arc de Triomphe, the historic and majestic Notre Dame de Paris, and the endless Seine River. Various national holidays, charming red wines, and delicious specialties have long given this country a dreamy color, and when you are in it, you only need to indulge in this romantic atmosphere.
1. High-quality free education
France itself is the origin of global university rankings, with the best universities gathered in Paris, France. Free education for children from kindergarten to college, world-class cultural education. 50% of primary and secondary schools in France offer more than two foreign language courses. The country adopts a unified education system. The duration of study is five years in primary school, four years in middle school, and three years in high school. Unlike China's emphasis on exam-oriented education, French primary and secondary schools focus on cultivating children's willingness, curiosity and unknown spirituality to continue receiving more education, and establishing the basis for engaging in esoteric science.
2. Medical insurance in the world
France is the country with basic medical insurance in the world. France currently has 225,000 doctors, with an average of 3.3 doctors per 1,000 people, far exceeding the global average. France has “the world’s health insurance”. Seeing a doctor in France only covers 30% of the medical expenses. The doctor will discuss reimbursement matters with the insurance company in time, and there is no need to pay any expenses when seeing the doctor. Regarding all this, the non-profit organization has non-discriminatory French public basic medical treatment benefits.
3. Welfare systems abound in France
Various welfare systems abound in France. There are about 400 kinds. It is said to have the largest number of welfare systems in the world. nation.
Including: laid-off assistance, disease insurance, work-related injury insurance, pension system, housing subsidies, subsidies for the disabled, subsidies for multiple children, and many other aspects. With very few exceptions, every French person, from birth to death, can receive basic social assistance when they encounter difficulties, which is the so-called "security mechanism from birth to death."
4. House prices have never fallen in twenty years
Freehold real estate is an investment method that steadily increases value. Buying real estate in Europe means purchasing the permanent property rights of real estate. Between 1996 and 2016, the price per square meter of old houses in Paris, France, increased from 2,000 euros to 8,000 euros, reaching its peak growth rate. According to the housing price trends released by the Notary Office in Paris, France, property prices have continued to change over the past two decades, but have basically never fallen. Compared with the increase in the annual income of French families, property prices have increased by nearly 70%
5. With legal status, you can go to Europe at will
Non-profit immigration is a French program in France in 2007 The immigration categories of foreigners in France established in the Immigration Law, and their requirements are in the French Immigration Law. One of the benefits of immigrating to Europe is to obtain permanent residence in the Schengen countries, which is equivalent to obtaining permanent residence in all Schengen countries. The centers of Schengen countries that have signed the Schengen Agreement will cancel border inspections. You can move freely within the Schengen countries, settle and live freely without restrictions.
Extended reading: Four ways to invest in France
The first method:
Those with an investment amount of 150,000-550,000 euros (investment amount is more than 150,000 euros) It is good for applying for residence). You can apply for residence quotas for three people.
One of them has a business residence permit, and the other two people have a work residence permit. Those who have a work residence permit can apply for a one-year residence permit for the first time.
After three years of extension, they can apply for ten years. Years of residence (this is still the current law, but may be changed to five years in the future).
Second method:
To invest in real estate, the investment amount must be more than 600,000-800,000 euros (large investment amount is good for applying for residence),
You can apply for three residence indicators, one for legal person residence and two for work residence.
Applicants can buy real estate for rent, buy land to build their own buildings, villas, and hotels, and manage it themselves.
They can also entrust a lawyer to manage the property and let the management company provide a stable and profitable solution. Lost rental income.
The third method:
Those who invest more than 65,000 euros can also apply for merchant residence, but only one person can apply.
You can only apply for a multiple-entry visa for three months at first, which can be extended, but you cannot get a long-term residence.
However, if the company's operating conditions are very good and the company can expand and increase its investment, it can obtain long-term residence.
The fourth method:
Applicants who have studied in France or are about to study in France can obtain a commercial residence permit in France by investing 60,000 euros.
You can work first, get a green card, and then continue studying. (For foreigners with permanent residence studying in France, many schools are tuition-free).