Not ready to buy the guide? Get a 30-minute one-on-one consultation for just $57 to answer your pressing questions about moving to France. A quick, focused session to get you started!
Not ready to buy the guide? Get a 30-minute one-on-one consultation for just $57 to answer your pressing questions about moving to France. A quick, focused session to get you started!
We’ve been in your shoes! I’m Beco, a strategic facilitator and consultant (learn more about my work here), and together with my husband Eric, a retired educator and consultant, we’ve navigated every step of moving to France—from self-employed work visas to citizenship. Now, we’re here to guide you through the process.
The Ultimate Guide for Americans Moving to France is your essential roadmap, packed with more than 70 pages of insider knowledge and practical advice—from securing your visa to navigating healthcare and everything in between. With our hard-earned insights, you’ll avoid common challenges and navigate life in France with ease and confidence.
Save countless hours of research and steer clear of costly obstacles with this step-by-step guide, crafted by expats who’ve been there. Get the guide today!
Dreaming of a new life in France?
We’ve been there. When we took the leap from the U.S. to Paris in 2015, we encountered challenges we never expected. That’s why we created The Ultimate Guide for Americans Moving to France—a comprehensive, 28-page roadmap filled with everything we learned firsthand, from securing visas and finding housing to setting up a business, connecting with trusted professionals (lawyers, accountants), and ultimately gaining French citizenship. If you’re ready to start your journey, this guide is your trusted companion, crafted to make relocating smoother, faster, and stress-free. Get your copy today and start your adventure with confidence. Bonne chance à vous!
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Our adventure began 20 years ago when I (Beco) met my now-husband, Eric, in the U.S., and we discovered our shared love for Paris. Over the years, our passion for France’s culture, language, and way of life grew, leading us to take the leap a little more than a decade after meeting.
The move wasn’t easy—navigating visas, legal paperwork, starting a business as a strategy consultant (Beco), and transitioning to life as a communications consultant (Eric) after a career as an educator. But just five months after deciding to make it happen, we became official residents of France. Since then, we’ve embraced the joys and quirks of life here, achieving permanent residency and, ultimately, French citizenship.
Through it all, we’ve learned so much—the hidden gems, the cultural adjustments, and the “why didn’t anyone warn us?” moments. We created The Ultimate Guide to Americans Moving to France to share our experience and help others make their dream of living in France a reality, with less stress and more joy.
BY BECO AND ERIC LICHTMAN
More Americans than ever are seeking a fresh start abroad—and France has become a top destination. But moving internationally can be daunting. That’s where The Ultimate Guide for Americans Moving to France comes in: a trusted, comprehensive companion packed with step-by-step guidance on every aspect of the transition. From securing visas and residency to finding a home, navigating healthcare, understanding taxes, and even achieving French citizenship, this 70+ page guide answers the questions you didn’t know to ask. Created by Beco and Eric Lichtman, who have made this journey themselves, it’s filled with invaluable insights and direct contacts, including immigration lawyers, accountants, and doctors. A must-read for anyone ready to bring their dream of France to life. For less than the cost of a nice dinner in Paris, you’ll get everything you need to navigate your move with confidence.
The Essential Starter Package includes:
70+ page guide with step-by-step instructions, essential resources, and valuable contacts.
The Essential Starter Package includes:
70+ page guide with step-by-step instructions, essential resources, and valuable contacts.
“Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid” when moving to France list
PLUS 10% discount on any future consultation package.
Everything in the Basic Package, plus:
30-Minute “Ask Me Anything” Session to address your questions and provide tailored advice for your unique situation.
Custom Checklist created after our session, summarizing key action steps based on your needs.
Everything in the Plus Package, plus:
90 Minutes Session (split into two 45-minute sessions), providing in-depth guidance at key stages. (Note: this replaces the 30-minute consultation in the Plus Package.)
Priority Email Support during the first month for timely responses to follow-up questions.
The most inspiring testimonials from our readers
This guide is designed for Americans dreaming of relocating to France, whether for work, retirement, or simply a change in lifestyle. If you’re coming to France through a transfer with your company or through marriage, the visa process is a bit different. However, the resources and insights in this guide still apply and will help you navigate key steps. This guide is based on our personal experience, so we’ve included all the tips we wish we’d known at the start.
This 70-page guide covers everything from visas to healthcare, starting a business, housing, citizenship, and more. It’s packed with useful information and includes hyperlinks that often take you directly to the source. It’s truly all the things we wish we’d known from the beginning.
We’ve been through this process ourselves, so this guide is not just a collection of generic advice—it’s full of practical, step-by-step guidance. You’ll also get insider tips and curated resources, including contact information for reliable professionals like lawyers, accountants, and housing experts.
For personalized assistance, we offer 30-minute Zoom sessions for anyone needing more detailed guidance beyond what’s included in the guide.
Absolutely! We ensure that the guide reflects the most current policies and best practices for relocating to France, so you can rely on accurate, up-to-date information.
Every journey is unique. The timeline depends on your individual circumstances, such as your visa type and preparation level. The guide will help streamline the process by providing clear, actionable steps.
Yes! The guide includes considerations for families, including visa options for dependents and tips for finding family-friendly housing and schools.
Yes, through Beco Lichtman Consulting, which is my official business activity and registered in France, I offer a full suite of business consulting services. This includes business plans, strategy development, and more, tailored to companies of all sizes, including those pursuing an entrepreneur visa.
We’re not relocation experts or legal advisors. Our sessions focus on sharing our personal experiences and insights to guide you on your journey. We strongly encourage anyone seriously considering a move to France, regardless of the path, to consult a qualified lawyer and/or accountant for legal or financial advice. While our guide provides invaluable resources and tips, these professionals are essential for addressing the unique aspects of your potential move.
To make this easier, the guide includes contact information for the lawyer who successfully worked with us—from obtaining our visa prior to arrival all the way through to gaining French citizenship—as well as the accountant we trust for both our business and personal taxes. These professionals have been invaluable to our own relocation and ongoing life in France.
Drop us a line and we’ll get back to you.
