Is there anything that you WISH you would've known before moving to a new country, or jumping into a new experience? Let me know!

Salaries are lower due to taxes... We have a solidarity system. But it's good to know that you automatically pay for health insurance, mutual health, retirement and that your company pay half for all of them...

My husband and I just moved to Paris in January. Your videos really helped me wade through the apartment hunting process!

Bonjour Tiffanie..I swear you need a documentary series deal..you have alot of insight...

Thanks! I've chosen Paris as my number one place to move to. For a long time, I was choosing between different European cities, I'm an EU citizen, who spent the past 6 years in the Netherlands (I strongly want to leave this country). In the Netherlands, it's difficult. Despite "low" unemployment rates, I couldn't find a full-time job for the first 3 years, even though I was ready even to be a cleaner (job agencies in the Netherlands often ignore/discriminate immigrants), and then, I finally found a good full-time international job, where I got 2000-2200 euros per month that gave me a possibility to finally pay my medical bills (half of the salary was spent only on medical things). Now, I fixed my life, so I'll be able to move out by the winter. I'll try to improve my French as much as possible to be employed in Paris sooner. English is the best language I speak (I also speak some basic Dutch), but my French is also getting better. If I'll not be able to find a tolerable job in Paris, getting, at least, 1900 euros per month, I'll just go to Ireland. I'm not returning to the Netherlands. The Dutch health care is completely down because of impossible waiting lists for everything, and the Dutch society is becoming angrier and angrier with immigrants, who want to preserve their own way of life.

Finally! I love drinking my coffee on Sundays and watching Tiff 😘

Thank you, I sent this to my niece and nephew who are both planning to attend school in Europe. They may not go to Paris but this is sill very useful in helping them to look into programs in their selected countries.

Tiff, I’m French, and you never loose your CPF, even when you’re self employed you have it.

I’m not even moving to Paris and I’ve been binge watching your content! I love Europe since I was little and had the opportunity to go with my Portuguese friends back in HS. I hope to return soon and visit Paris this time around. FYI new subscriber here 😆

ok i didnt even realise i was loud until i was in aus for a few years and i heard some americans on the ferry, hot damn did it sound like they were trying to project to their relatives back home! lol made me think that was probably me a couple of years back

Really great info! Trust me, I learned A LOT once I moved to Spain. And i'm still leanring now. girllll...

How fun! I did the opposite, moved from Europe to USA and I can tell you: I wished someone made a video like this :) Rock on sistah! Have some chocolates for me there

Thanks for this video. I visited Paris in 2005 and became obessessed! My plan was to retire and then move there...sit in the park and share baguettes with birds and squirrels, lol.

At work you can also have a CE "comitéd'entreprise". According to the companies you can have "chèques cadeaux", "chèques vacances", discount for renting during vacations, "bourses" for your children, money when you get married or get a baby etc. Some companies also offer you access to PEE "plan d'épargne entreprise" avec abondement.etc You can ask for "1% patronal" to find an appartment. So get as much info as possible

I’m in New York City! I don’t plan on moving to Paris but I dream of visiting there soon.

5 paid vacation weeks?!! I mean wow, I can't even imagine what that must feel like. Thanks for sharing your experience and these tips. I've been trying to move to Europe, however, because I'm from a Latin American country and I don't work in any IT related field, and I don't want to go back to school, so it has been practically impossible. As a kid I lived in the Netherlands and I just want to go back there or basically anywhere in western Europe

For the things like almond milk or oat milk even soy milk you can definitely find that in Leclerc which is a pretty cheap grocery store located in the close suburbs of paris like Levallois-Perret or Clichy. It’s probably cheaper than in vegan stores and it very easy to find because there are so many !

After watching a lot of videos I think to apply to uni in Paris might be my best bet. Thank you for sharing the top business schools so we know what we can strive for

For a long time french people have not speak english as well as today. Foreign people were expected to speak french as many former colonies do or to learn french. English was not important. They thought that the foreigner has to adapt and learn french and not the contrary. The remaining of french colonial "empire" mentality. Even nowdays. Example: when you go abroad, old french people expect people to speak very good french for international cruise. If they are not as fluent, they will be angry. When I was younger, it was sooooooo différent. There were à lot of foreign people but most of the time THEY are excepted to speak french. But nowdays, with the younger génération, this mentality changed a lot. Trust me it was way more différent.

I hope this note finds you happy and well.. I’m a 58 yr old retired touring musician and must say, you inspire me. ❤❤❤

I’m currently living in Aix but girl, it’s a struggle to find work... especially when you don’t speak French. When my friends come and visit I’m definitely going to have to remind everyone to tone it down, us Americans are like Monica from Friends.

Totally true for the school chart. They will check what school you studied in (business school, engineering school) and your salary depends on it. However, this is only true when you just graduated. After some times, your experience on the field is valued more than the school you went to.

Thank you so much, Tiffanie for sharing this video! Loved every piece of it! You're amazing. I'm a Romanian Latino living in Germany who has an American heart and may move to Spain or LA later :)) So I totally understand your experience. So many people who want to move to Paris need to hear this. Paris is a great city! Been there for holidays. New subscriber here.

Moved to Dijon, France from New York City to study here. I feel very sober when I think of how I moved. I hope things will get better.

So very helpful for my niece who got into HEC. Love the “loud American” thing!

Salaries might be lower in France than in the US for the same kind of job, but minimum wage is most of the time higher and is the same everywhere in Metropolitan France (€10.25/$12.42 per hour), while in the US minimum wage (base : $7.25 per hour) can be superior in big cities. In Paris, this is a disadvantage because the cost of living is way higher than other places in France.

My old job in Seattle Washington would pay for half of our metro pass. We would tell them we wanted it and it was unlimited but you would get it from HR.

You're such a pleasure to watch. Thanks for the knowledge and the Chanel vibes

This was so helpful thank you 🙌🏾 I would like to move to France 🇫🇷 2025

Schooling is super important, even outside of business. The French arm of the company I work for doesn't really accept non-exec transfers if they didn't graduated from a French school relevant to our industry.

Amazing, informative video. Thanks for posting. People underestimate the difficulty of moving to and adapting well to another culture and way of life. For many people, French is a very difficult language to learn to speak and pronounce well. The French tend not to accept those who don't speak fluent French. You must also remember everyone's name at business meetings and social gatherings or you are not seen as polite. To get a job in France, people must speak fluent French at the B3 level. The housing is not always elder friendly. There is no AC in many places in France. There is often not enough heat in winter. Water shortages are common. France is struggling with its retirement system and how to provide homes for the elderly. Families are encouraged to take care of their elders. The French bureaucracy is tedious, difficult, and slower than in America. The financial system is antiquated. Bank fees are really high. Many places do not take credit cards, so it is necessary to carry lots of cash. It is difficult to get packages as you must go to another location and pay a fee to pick up. Amazon does not deliver to your door. The hours of stores and restaurants in France are different. Cobblestone streets and many steep stairs are a challenge and danger for older people. America is more elder friendly. America is the most gorgeous country in the world. Everything is so convenient. You can get anything you want at virtually anytime. Utilities are reliable. It is easy to get anywhere. Traffic is insane in France as cars do not always look out for pedestrians or other drivers. Like most people, my husband and I travel a lot, and have been to France. However, I would miss America after awhile. American citizenship is prized throughout the world. I would never give that up. There is some anti-Americanism in Like people in Scandinavian countries, the French can be cold, aloof, dismissive, and not very talkative and friendly; so that is a challenge. Due to millions of tourists visiting their countries, many Europeans have grown hostile to tourist overcrowding. There is tremendous wealth in France and other Europe countries that are ruled by old-line, monied aristocracies and monarchies. However, French people do not necessarily value people for the number of degrees, what kind of jobs they have, or how much money they have. French value everyone, as individuals. Americans need to be aware of that.

Sending love from NYC. I Love Paris. One day I'm moving to Paris. Stay Safe 😍

Great insights for moving. Thanks for sharing!

It does seem like more people from different countries are moving there:) I love that! I could connect to different people if I ever move there

Great tips for moving to Paris! I can't wait to explore your channel! Happy to have discovered this!

What an entertaining video! I love your hair.

I wanna live in Paris France when I grow up I'm planning to get there by studying there this helped a lot! Thanks Tiffanie! Love your clothes by the way 😊

I am also lactose intolerant for over 40 years, but I discovered that I can eat cheese from goat and sheep’s milk. Also, Swiss cheese is low in lactose content. However, you are not likely to get restaurant meals prepared with goat or sheep milk/cheese, unless it is identified on the menu.

You're like a super stylish and really cool Emily I wish I saw in 'Emily in Paris'. I mean this in the best possible way 😊 Love your jacket

Omg I’m sooo thankful I found your page! Thank u for talking about food intolerances! That’s been my fear about visiting/moving to Paris. I have celiac disease and I’ve been sooo nervous about traveling abroad bc of it

Never went to school in Paris or worked in Paris.. never been to Paris or plan to go anytime soon although I want to.. but here I am watching this ..🥰

Just want to say that a lot of the things you say are absolutely valid and true for other European countries too, like the restaurant ticket card for example or 4-5 weeks of holidays. I live in Czech Republic and one benefit I love here (when it is not covid) is the health pass - basically you can go to whatever gym or sauna or spa or pool or whatever fitness activity place you want under that system, which is most places in the country, and you can have unlimited and free access to those facilities for 1-3 hours a day, depending where you go. Also, you pay 75 euros a month for public transport???? I pay 140 euros a year for all public transport in Prague, and it is around 12 euros a month here. That is really insane.

Hi! The contracts types are worth for France, not only Paris. The number of weeks you must advise your boss before quitting your job depends of "the convention collective" of the firm. It differs between the type (branch) of your firm (construction, bank, restaurants, nurse,...)

I’d absolutely love to move to Paris when I’m older and watching your videos has really helped!! Your amazing:):)

So cool to know! Thanks Tiffanie💜

I really want to move there for work! Well not for work but the avenue I’d take would be the work route. I want to do it within the next calendar year near November 2023

Super informative! Thank you!

I am just planning a short trip but enjoy all the Paris content from different perspectives. In the US, we can get TransitChek as a work benefit which give you a maximum of $260 monthly pre tax deducted from your paycheck but there is no discount on the transit you purchase.

In the US, some employers provide up to $270 a month in transit benefits to their employees. There are various other benefits as well, such as student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, travel perks such as TSA PreCheck and Global Entry pass reimbursement, etc.

Can you do a video how move to new-york ? Your expérience ? Like you do for this video

Hi Tiff! Im so inspired by you everyday!! Your videos are very educational and I hope one day i will move there thru a job or something 😩

The monthly metro pass is reimbursed by law, 50% is the bare minimum. It's not a benefit specific to a company unless it's more than 50%

Great info, thanks Tiff!

I love your videos so much! I"ve been an expat in other countries before, and there are some things you only learn once you live in that place. Thanks for sharing your experience.

Hello! I saw your video. I am African Americans, and I am interested in moving to France. I can not speak French, but I have lived and taught English and Business English in Asia and Saudi Arabia. I would be looking for work in Paris.

Great video! I’m hoping to apply to the TAPIF next year :)

Thinking of coming as student, than I am planning trying to get work there after my school. But also thinking of different parts of Europe as well. We will see waiting to see what happens with the UK as well. 😍

I’m thinking of moving to Paris from nyc. This was very helpful 🥺💛

You look like a doll. That is a very unique hairstyle. Love it.

I would absolutely love making a video with you hopefully when my channel gets bigger and the situation better! ❤️

The transport benefits in France like most of the benefits are law, they don't change company to company, you know everywhere that you're gonna get 25 days minimum of paid leave and 50% of transportation benefits

You are so brave & adventurous moving abroad , I really enjoy your tips. I know this has been asked a lot but, what lipstick are you wearing? TIA. 😀 I live in the U.K. and much of what you’re saying is the same here. Very diverse, cater to all dietary needs, discounts & benefits for students & some workers, and so on. Not sure about the dating scene though.

Epic info!!

Hey! Pls do a video on how you do your hair! Totally interested & curious about it

Thank you for the useful video. I'm planning to move to Paris. What is the best site to check for apartments?

Wow! That hair has a life of its own, Love it!

i love your channel !!!!

Omg, who has such perfect hair, you look amazing!

Your hair looks spectacular. Ive never seen anything like it.

Wish you had listed stores , grocery, Gluten free and dairy free shops

Hey Tiffanie, I spent the past year learning French (as we had rolling lockdowns here) and embarrassingly “Emily in Paris” and then finding all these “living in France” channels has planted the seed in my head. However I am also thinking about Montreal or Quebec in Canada. Paris or another French city is obviously closer and we both are in the EU however it seems Canada (probably because of links to the U.K. and US) is more “familiar” when it comes to renting, getting a job etc. So it’s a tough one and North America is more an adventure, in on way, but the cold and visas are some of the deterring factors. I also find even though Quebec is very Francophone there still seems to be more Bi-lingual postions available. Once lockdown over though / travel is back, I’m definitely returning to Paris and maybe other French cities (I also LOVE Switzerland) right away.

Can you show a video of you doing your hair?

So very helpful great content

This is SUCH an amazing review. I am currently in my mid-30’s and decided to go back to college. I’m about to graduate UC-San Diego, and our school has an agreement with Europe where we’re allowed to live there after graduation. I want to move to London and go to a business school in London (and visit Paris on the weekends ;) ...Is there a way to find out all this info...but for London??

Great video!

You were able to leave the country?!? I can't even leave the state 😔

Thank you so much for this video Tiffanie. I am thinking about moving to Paris this July to attend a culinary school. I would greatly appreciate if you could recommend or share links of furnished apartments in Paris? The budget is as cheap but practical as possible. I know you're not a real estate agent but your recommendation will be highly helpful. :)

YUM.... Making me so hungry for my next trip to Paris (post-COVID). I chose an Air B NB next door to Wild & The Moon because I'm so addicted. LOL I'm GF/DF/Soy Free. I'd love to see a video of you rating all of the allergy-friendly spots. I've had good experiences in Paris but I would love to diversify my list. :)

Tiffany thank you for sharing so much with us. I’m literally writing everything thing down because I’m going to need to reference these tips soon. I travel to Paris a lot for fun but this time it will be for school. I’m applying to culinary school and the term will start in August. The program is for 8 months. Do you recommend I use book a flat? Thank you in advance. Josette

New Yorker dreaming of moving to paris within 2 years 🤞🏾🤪 (Ps that definitely looked like Harlem 125th lol)

Great video

I'm very surprised that you weren't aware that Paris was one of the top international cities, along with New York, London, etc.

Great stuff, Tiff! Love Juice Bar on Rue Chapon seems to be permanent closed :-/ Did you know? Is that the one you were taking about?

Hey girl! love the music from the intro! what's the name?

Looks like you have not fully investigated -- or experimented -- French food. Many people with lactose intolerance or gluten intolerance have discovered that it is not a problem for them in France, because the dairy products are different and the wheat is different and doesn't have all of the chemical shit that American food does. You should make small experiments with "normal" food to see if you have any reaction. There is also a brand of milk "Matin Léger" that truly lactose intolerant people can drink. And going on from there, you have missed one of the most important aspects of life in France -- medical care. Of course at your age, it doesn't even cross your mind (it didn't cross my mind until I was already much older than you, because I was never sick and never went to the doctor). But I have been hospitalized twice over the years, both times for about 10 days, and never saw a bill for it. I also had a small hernia operation and didn't pay for that either. And I never pay even one euro for any prescription medicine. So when you say that "salaries are lower" in France, it is not really true when you have your carte vitale and a mutuelle. Just a few thoughts...

You amazing ty 📌💪🏽

I want to spend a year in Paris but I'm not looking forward to finding a place to live 😅

I am from Philadelphia living in San Antonio tx the loud thing is definitely NEW YORK. Yes we can be loud I have been in SA 21 YEAR THEY STILL SAY YOU ARE LOUD OR THEY say you talk a lot now I am aware

When an American arrives in Paris the first time and not knowing anyone, how can he/she find a guarantor?

Getting an apartment in France without a dossier is next to impossible.

Between moving to France to study and visiting for tour , which do you think is best for an average adult?

hey, where did you complete your masters?

So the salaries are a lot lower but the apartment costs are high ?!?!

Is the background a green screen

@Tiffanie Davis Please answer my question in your next video where it's appropriate. I'm an American who would like to move to France someday. Preferably in a city. Not Paris but a big city. Only I have a cat so I'm curious: In general, do city apartments in France allow cats? I assume they allow dogs based on your story about stepping in dog poop lol.

Hey Tiff, I want to study, work and live in Paris. I was thinking about coming through a program. I really want as much advice as I can get.

Hello Tiff, I have been watching your videos. I’m going to Paris end of the month. I’m just waiting for my passport visa to arrive. I already finalized my apartment before arriving there. But I’m interested to apply for CAF. What do you recommend for opening a French bank account?

Hi Tiffanie found this video very helpful since I'm planning to move to france Also im learning french in my country ***What level would be considered minimum for jobs?

how important is it to speak French?

Hey Does getting a full furniture appartement or no furniture appartement different from each other prices wise ?