SingaporeanInParis
Singaporean expat in France
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Singaporean
Lives in Paris
Speaks English, Chinese and French.
Registration: 12 November 2015
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New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@bergeron561 Hi Bergeron, the French countryside is perfect for your little garden. It would not hurt to research a little about the different types of climate and soil in different regions of France. In the south, you might end up planting only ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@rsb56Bonjour! Chrystèle has given some wonderful advice. My advice would be to travel to other regions of France before you decide. Paris does not rank in the top 10 cities/towns that I would like to live in. At least try "Grand Paris", ... Read More
New members of the France forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the France forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@AlecrossHi Alecross, our family owns rental properties in several regions in France. Over the years, we have had many tenants who did not provide all the guarantees that most landlords require. Among these tenants are those who have become lifelong ... Read More
Work in France by Trissia Joseph
Hello, i am from Mauritius and willing to come to work in France(Nice). All travel and accomodation expenses will be on my own expense. I have applied for jobs on various job sites in France, but all of them have been unsuccessful. Any suggestions ...
Hi Trissia, The administrative hassle of employing a foreigner is horrific. No employer would go through that for an ordinary job. I have two suggestions for you. The first is to look through the "métiers en tension" for the region you are ... Read More
Salaries in Lyon by Ames4
I’ve received a job offer of around $120,000 gross (pre-tax), inclusive of bonus, to work in Lyon. I’m married with two small children. We have no idea what my husband would do, as his job type doesn't transfer that easily outside the ...
Hi Ames, With your salary, I think you can live very comforably by the standards of most french people. I would recommend public schooling till 9 -10 (CE2/CM1), unless you intend to rent/buy a property next to a private school. It's so much less ... Read More
Ways to lower your expenses/best deals (expats in France)? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hello everyone! I’m a content writer for Íæż½ã½ã Magazine, and we’re working on an article featuring expats’ top tips for finding great deals in their host countries. With the cost of living on the rise, we’d love to hear your ...
Hi Ameerah! The cost of living in France has indeed risen rapidly after the COVID. Our family has been shopping regularly at a discount food store. When we visit the countryside, we contact small local producers to get fresh produce at great prices. ... Read More
Looking for Companies to Host Singaporean School Trip by James.R.Ong
Urgent help needed, from Ngee Ann Poly students, regarding company visits to Paris, France. Hello all, My name is James Ong, and I am currently a year 2 student pursuing an International Business Diploma in Ngee Ann Polytechnic, an academic ...
Hi James, I have acquaintances working for Sofitel, Disney and the postal bank of France. If any of these interests you, I can ask if it would be possible to organise a tour. And then there's Nestle which is near my home. Can drop them an email ... Read More