Relocating
France
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moving France The
French gave the world champagne and camembert, de Beauvoir
and Debussy, the Tour de France and the Eiffel Tower.
France
is situated in Western Europe. Bordering the Bay of Biscay
and English Channel, between Belgium and Spain, southeast
of the UK; bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Italy
and Spain. France enjoys generally cool winters and mild
summers, but mild winters and hot summers along the Mediterranean;
occasional strong, cold, dry, north-to-northwesterly wind
known as mistral
France today is one of the
most modern countries in the world and is a leader among
European nations. Since 1958, it has constructed a presidential
democracy resistant to the instabilities experienced in
earlier parliamentary democracies. In recent years, its
reconciliation and cooperation with Germany have proved
central to the economic integration of Europe, including
the introduction of a common exchange currency, the euro,
in January 1999. At present, France is at the forefront
of efforts to develop the EU's military capabilities to
supplement progress toward an EU foreign policy.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
TIPPING IN FRANCE :
Almost all restaurant include tax
and a 15%service charge (service compris) in their prices.
If a meal or service has been particularly good, leaving
another 1.50 (or 2-3%) is customary, as is leaving the
waiter the small change from your bill if you pay in cash.
If service is not included (service non compris) a 15% tip
is appropriate. In hotels, tip porters 1.50 for each bag
and chambermaids 1.50 a day. Taxi drivers should be given
10-15% of the metered fare. Tip hairdressers 10%, assistant
5%. Small tips of around 1.00 are reasonable for cloakroom
and washroom attendants, ushers and museum tour guide. It
is standard practice to tip tour guides and bus drivers
after an excursion, generally 1.50-3.00, depending on the
level of the satisfaction.
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Currency:
If
you are a national of an E.U. country? Before leaving ask
your local social security office for a "European Form
E.111". This will enable you to be reimbursed for any
medical costs and prescription charges when you return.
For nationals of other countries,
you should apply to an insurance company which will cover
you in case of illness or accident in France.
Accepted
Currencies:
The national currency in France (and
in the European Union ) is the Euro. U.S. dollars are not
accepted in most establishments; however, some hotels, shops
and restaurants may accept your U.S. dollars at an agreed
upon exchange rate.
Prices
in France:
As a rule, prices for hotels and
restaurants in the French regions, and for other goods and
services -- major cities included -- are significantly less
expensive than in Paris. There are also significant discounts
for senior citizens, students and children under 18 for
domestic transportation, museums and monuments for some
leisure activities like the movies.
RESTAURANTS :
Restaurants usually charge for meals
in two ways: a prix-fixe menu (also called a "menu"). This
includes 2 or 3 courses, with cheese and/or dessert, and
sometimes a half-bottle of wine -- all for a stated price
-- or ordering "a la carte" - The more expensive way, with
each course ordered separately.
CAFES :
Prices at cafes can vary considerably
depending on the location of a particular cafe as well as
where one is seated in the establishment. Prices in areas
that attract a high volume of tourists (for example, the
vicinity of the Champs-Elysees, around Notre Dame) tend
to be more expensive. Every cafe has different prices depending
on whether one stands at the counter or sits at a table.
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Pre-move
checklist:
As
soon as your move is confirmed, it is advisable that you
check that you have the originals of the following documents,
as replacement documents take time. (Also ensure that your
passport is valid!) It is likely that you will require access
to most of the documents soon after your arrival and so
we recommend that you pack them with that in mind.
Driving
licence
Marriage Certificate
Birth Certificate
Health Insurance (E101 for EU citizens)
Reference letter from your bank (in your current place of
residence)
Full bank details of your bank (in your current place of
residence)
New employment contract
Last three pay slips
Last three rent slips or proof of ownership of a property
Medical certificates/records
If you are bringing children dont forget their Birth Certificate,
Health Insurance, Medical certificates/records, copies of
school transcripts or reports.
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