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From packing your home in the US to unpacking in Paris, Lyon or the Riviera, GRC handles every detail of your move to France.
French bureaucracy is legendary — start your visa paperwork months ahead. Also, August is when France shuts down for summer holidays, so plan around it for admin tasks.
France offers an unmatched quality of life — from world-class food and wine to excellent healthcare and a strong work-life balance. Life moves at a different pace here, and that's the point.
France has one of the world's best healthcare systems. As a resident, you'll join the national system (Assurance Maladie) which covers around 70% of costs. Most people add a top-up plan (mutuelle).
Paris is expensive, especially rent. But smaller cities like Lyon, Toulouse, and Bordeaux offer excellent quality of life at much lower cost. Groceries and wine are remarkably affordable everywhere.
The TGV high-speed rail network is exceptional. Paris has world-class metro and bus systems. Outside cities, a car is helpful. Autoroutes are toll-based but well-maintained.
The French value food, conversation, and leisure. Long lunches are normal. Learn basic French — it's both practical and deeply appreciated. Markets, museums, and café terraces define daily life.
Free public schools with strong academics. Many expats choose international or bilingual schools in larger cities. The French university system is highly regarded and very affordable.
Open a French bank account (bring your visa and proof of address). Register with your local mairie (town hall). Get a carte Vitale for healthcare. Learn the art of bonjour — always greet shopkeepers.
France's climate varies dramatically — from the grey Atlantic coast to the sunny Mediterranean south. Choose your region based on how much sunshine matters to you.
France has something for everyone — from Parisian arrondissements to Provençal villages. Here are the most popular areas with American expats.
Historic, vibrant, and walkable. Art galleries, cafés, and boutiques. One of the most desirable neighborhoods in Paris for young professionals.
Near the Eiffel Tower, home to the American Library and many embassies. Family-friendly, safe, and classically Parisian. Several international schools nearby.
Between two rivers in France's culinary capital. Lyon offers Parisian culture at a fraction of the cost. Excellent food markets and a vibrant social scene.
Upscale, leafy neighborhood above the city with stunning views. Nice offers Mediterranean lifestyle, sunshine, and easy access to Italy and Monaco.
Trendy, revitalized waterfront quarter. Wine bars, antique shops, and a Sunday market. Bordeaux is beautiful, affordable, and surrounded by world-class vineyards.
The "Pink City" is a tech and aerospace hub (Airbus HQ). Warm climate, young population, and significantly lower costs than Paris. Great for families.
Whether you're moving for work, family or a fresh start, GRC manages the logistics so you can focus on your new life in France.
Full-service packing, crating, and shipping of your personal belongings and furniture by ocean or air freight — door to door from the U.S. to France.
Household goods can enter France duty-free when transferring your primary residence. You'll need your visa, an inventory list, and proof of your previous address. Items must have been owned for 6+ months.
Your shipment is delivered to your new French address, with unpacking and furniture assembly services available on request.
GRC's concierge services help with the transition — from navigating local processes to settling into your new community. Concierge available in NY, NJ & CT with other locations case by case.
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