This page contains links to some useful stuffs about coming and living in France especially from an Indian point of view.

Life in France[edit]

France is a developed country and the standard of living is quite high. Living expense is quite high but is less than the likes of Switzerland and all. French government provides good support for research and the social security in France is quite good. French people are also very friendly (not as much as Spanish) but if you don't speak French it's difficult to interact socially.

French people are not at all racist. In all offices they don't consider anyone as outsider- especially if you speak French. And in most of the Government offices in France service is much much better than in India- they promptly reply to emails, take photocopies for customer documents etc.

French people do enjoy their life. they have like 40 days vacation every year and they don't work outside office hours. i.e.; they mostly work from 6-9 and thereafter don't work. And they do take a good lunch break also. But during their work hours they are as dedicated as any- that shows in their achievements.

Other thing special about French is that they do have good family relationships. At many tourist places you can see couples, including many old ones, coming and enjoying their life. Even in cities there are a lot of families.

Since people from many countries come to France, take care of your stuffs while travelling. Many pickpockets and baggage loses happen in France, especially Paris.

Should I know French[edit]

For most of the French people French is the only language they need to know. Everything in France is in French- from advertising boards, newspapers, TV channels and even computer keyboards. So, if you need anything in English it should be specially obtained. And you won't be able to find many people in France speaking English fluently. It's because their accent is completely different.

If you're doing an English course, then you can manage without learning French Google translate is always there. But, if you want to mingle with locals or to obtain a job outside an English speaking organization you should definitely know French.