So… you’ve made it to France — or you’re about to.
The dream is real. The croissants are flaky. And suddenly… everything feels a bit more complicated than expected.

The language, the paperwork, the unspoken rules — even buying a baguette can feel like a tiny performance.

This guide won’t make you fluent overnight (sorry!),
but it will help you start off on the right foot — with more confidence, less guesswork, and just enough cultural savvy to avoid the most common faux pas.

Because feeling at home here?
It starts with small wins — and knowing what to say, when, and how.

What’s Inside

(For when “just winging it” won’t quite cut it)

Your new life in France is starting — exciting, yes… but also full of unknowns. This guide is here to help you feel a little more grounded, a little more ready, and a lot less lost.

Inside, you’ll find:

✺ Short, real-life dialogues to get you through your first interactions — with clarity and confidence
✺ A First Weeks Checklist — what matters most, and what to do when
✺ Cultural tips that go beyond clichés — so you don’t just get by, you connect

It’s your friendly nudge in the right direction — practical, supportive, and just French enough to feel like you belong.