How I did it: I did it the old-fashioned way. I married a Frenchie (and then as is the norm in France we divorced.). Anyway, there was nothing much to it, you fill out some paperwork, and then get a job.
Lessons & tips: Make sure your French is up to snuff. I missed out on some plumb jobs because I couldn't speak French when I first arrived.
Resources: I know you've been lead to believe differently, but France is pretty cool with foreigners. The library has English sections. It's possible to have your legal stuff presented or translated into English--and most people have studied English at least momentarily. Now, I know that everybody stays in Paris--and so you don't know this--but most French people are okay with Americans. The Parisians however, hate everybody.
Can I ask if you were allowed to work right after getting married? I was under the impression that you have to wait a year before that is allowed. The reason why I’m asking is because I’m planning on marrying a Frenchie myself (sans le divorce) and would like to get working right away. I’ve already had a job offer, but the DDTEFP (Labour Board) denied the employer’s request to hire me. I was wondering if an imminent marriage would change things…
Can I ask if you were allowed to work right after getting married? I was under the impression that you have to wait a year before that is allowed. The reason why I’m asking is because I’m planning on marrying a Frenchie myself (sans le divorce) and would like to get working right away. I’ve already had a job offer, but the DDTEFP (Labour Board) denied the employer’s request to hire me. I was wondering if an imminent marriage would change things…
Can I ask if you were allowed to work right after getting married? I was under the impression that you have to wait a year before that is allowed. The reason why I’m asking is because I’m planning on marrying a Frenchie myself (sans le divorce) and would like to get working right away. I’ve already had a job offer, but the DDTEFP (Labour Board) denied the employer’s request to hire me. I was wondering if an imminent marriage would change things…
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