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I don't live in the US, I'm much closer - in London (apparently, the sixth largest French city). I'm not arguing the fact that it can be a lovely country for a

by witek 13y ago

I don't live in the US, I'm much closer - in London (apparently, the sixth largest French city). I'm not arguing the fact that it can be a lovely country for a French citizen and that you may want to retire there, given the generous benefits you'd be receiving. However, I know from a few of my friends, who were settling in France for personal reasons, how painful the immigration process can be, especially if you're not white/caucasian.

bru 13y ago
>you may want to retire there Having kids and retiring usually do not happen at the same time. >a few of my friends, who were settling in France for personal reasons So they're not French. Your first comment is definitely wrong then. I believe they were referencing the circulaire Guéant[0], which comes from the previous government, wronged many skilled workers & French companies as well -- it sets a 'national preference' for hiring. 0: http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circulaire_du_31_mai_2011 http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Circulaire_du_31_mai_2011
- witek 13y ago
  Apologies, different sets of friends :] Set nr 1: French people in London Set nr 2: Non-French people trying to settle in France Yes, I heard French support for families with children is spectacular. That's what I meant. I just don't understand how it can continue. I lived in a few countries and the French "balance sheet" just doesn't make intuitive sense to me.