Our story

Built by expats, for expats.

Navigating France started because moving to France shouldn't feel like decoding a foreign legal system alone. Between visa renewals, CAF, CPAM, prefectures, banks and leases, the paperwork can turn a beautiful new life into months of stress.

We built the guide we wish we'd had — one clear checklist, in your language, that tells you exactly what to do, in what order, and gives you a friendly assistant to answer the questions no one prepared you for.

Human first

We write in plain language, never legalese. Everything we build has to feel calm — because moving abroad already isn't.

Independent

We are not affiliated with the French State or any prefecture. We're an independent service that helps you prepare.

Made to be free

The core checklist is free forever. You only pay when you want extra help — translations, pre-filled forms, deadline reminders.

Ready to see it?

Two minutes to build your personal French settlement plan. Free, and no card required.

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