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Things the French do Better than Americans
This article is part of the linky for the blog, Expat in France. A bi-monthly roundup of various expats that share their stories from all corners of France. This is my take on 5 things where I feel the French…
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Step Three: Application for VLS-TS (visa long séjour valant titre de séjour)
Step-by-step description of my experience with the application for VLS-TS (long stay visa equivalent to a residence permit) for entry into France.
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Step Two: Transcription de l’acte de mariage
Step-by-step description for how to apply for the transcription de l'acte de mariage through the French Conculate needed for the VLS-TS.
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Step One: Certificat de Capacité à Mariage
The first step in the process to getting married in the States with a French person; the banns are published and le certificat is issued. Having completed this step will allow the next step, validating the marriage with the French…
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How I Got My Visa d’Epoux (French Spouse Visa)
The short version of my process from start to finish in obtaining my carte de séjour visa vie privée et familiale. This whole process took about 7 months from start to finish with a wedding in between.
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Upward and Onward: Phase 2
We have moved into Phase 2 of the déconfinement plan here in Paris and we can finally meet en terrasse, socially distanced, of course.
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Update on life as we know it
"Protect, test, and Isolate" the new catchphrase of the French Covid-19. Prime Minister Edouard Philippe revealed his plan for deconfinement and what's to come for life here in France.