Moving to or living in France? Welcome!

RELOCATING TO FRANCE

  •  Immigration & Visa requirements.
  • Property search.
  • Visits to the properties for you or with you.
  • Comparison of neighbourhoods.
  • Schools in the area.
  • Banking
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LIVING IN FRANCE

  • Schooling applications.
  • Utilities Set up.
  • Health care & carte vitale applications.
  • Benefit claims.
  • Driving Licence.
  • Car Registrations.
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BUSINESS IN FRANCE

  • Sole Trader set up.
  • Business Options.
  • Business meetings.
  • RSI, URSAFF……
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OUR PRACTICAL GUIDES TO LIVING & WORKING IN FRANCE

De-mystifying the CAF in France & Top Tips

Brexit & Your Visa Options Explained

Your Health care options in France

Your mini – guide to your small business in France

Kelly MacDonald, Antibes, Jan 2020


Tracy!!!... I love you! Thanks for your fabulous email and summary! My brain is exploding with ideas and I’m very excited about prospects for the future! I would be honoured to work with you and can’t wait for our next coaching session 😊

LBS in France
2021-10-25T14:02:40+00:00
Tracy!!!... I love you! Thanks for your fabulous email and summary! My brain is exploding with ideas and I’m very excited about prospects for the future! I would be honoured to work with you and can’t wait for our next coaching session 😊

Ronald Langlands, Saint Agnès, May 2020


For our relocation from Monaco to France, my wife and I are glad to have used Leonetti Business Services to assist us with the various administrative procedures.  We appreciate hugely having avoided the wasted time, bureaucracy and frustration which we would otherwise have encountered.


The LBS team were very professional and proactive.  They kept us informed at all stages of the process.  I have no hesitation in strongly recommending them to  anyone wishing to relocate to France.  


 

LBS in France
2021-10-25T14:01:17+00:00
For our relocation from Monaco to France, my wife and I are glad to have used Leonetti Business Services to assist us with the various administrative procedures.  We appreciate hugely having avoided the wasted time, bureaucracy and frustration which we would otherwise have encountered. The LBS team were very professional and proactive.  They kept us informed at all stages of the process.  I have no hesitation in strongly recommending them to  anyone wishing to relocate to France.    

Melagnie MacGregor, Feb 2020


When tackling the daunting prospect of moving your life to France, I can’t recommend Tracy Leonetti highly enough. Tracy suggested a video call, which gave a huge amount of clarity around all the necessary steps that lie ahead. It would have taken me months to find out what I learned in 90 minutes. Not only that, but Tracy presented the information very clearly and logically, reminding me along the way of the order in which I will need to address each step. I feel totally reassured of what needs to be done and when, and I also know I can go back to Tracy for help along the way. That is worth every penny!

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:59:05+00:00
When tackling the daunting prospect of moving your life to France, I can’t recommend Tracy Leonetti highly enough. Tracy suggested a video call, which gave a huge amount of clarity around all the necessary steps that lie ahead. It would have taken me months to find out what I learned in 90 minutes. Not only that, but Tracy presented the information very clearly and logically, reminding me along the way of the order in which I will need to address each step. I feel totally reassured of what needs to be done and when, and I also know I can go back to Tracy for help along the way. That is worth every penny!

Sonja Chaplain, Serenity Prestige Member, April 2020


It seems there nothing and no problem too big that LBS cant solve ! I was originally looking for someone to take the weight off all the paperwork I was trying to do for a four person (one is disabled) relocation to France, while we were busy doing a business and home renovation. It’s a lot to set up one person so truly overwhelming to try and do four! To top all of it off my daughter had a very bad accident and was in intensive care. My world ended and I thought I had been dropped on another planet with very little language skills.


 

The LBS angels as now call them, quickly jumped into action and guided me through everything while it was happening and still now with the after care, yet none of this was part of my contract. I feel truly blessed and will be forever grateful for their (in Tracy’s own words) ”we are all human” attitude to my crazy little world.


Thank you LBS forever.

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:58:11+00:00
It seems there nothing and no problem too big that LBS cant solve ! I was originally looking for someone to take the weight off all the paperwork I was trying to do for a four person (one is disabled) relocation to France, while we were busy doing a business and home renovation. It’s a lot to set up one person so truly overwhelming to try and do four! To top all of it off my daughter had a very bad accident and was in intensive care. My world ended and I thought I had been dropped on another planet with very little language skills.   The LBS angels as now call them, quickly jumped into action and guided me through everything while it was happening and still now with the after care, yet none of this was part of my contract. I feel truly blessed and will be forever grateful for their (in Tracy’s own words) ”we are all human” attitude to my crazy little world. Thank you LBS forever.

Elizabeth & Dick, Antibes, Jan 2021


We have had a relationship with Tracy Leonetti and her staff at LBS for five years. LBS has aided us with our French Visa’s so that we have a Titre de Sejour each year and also with successfully obtaining our Carte Vitale. As Americans their service was extremely helpful due to the language barrier and the unpredictability of the Prefecture. They told us what to do, when to do it, what documents we needed, and accompanied us to the Prefecture each time. They are professional, prompt, and know their various areas of expertise inside and out. We highly recommend them for any of the services they provide.

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:46:50+00:00
We have had a relationship with Tracy Leonetti and her staff at LBS for five years. LBS has aided us with our French Visa’s so that we have a Titre de Sejour each year and also with successfully obtaining our Carte Vitale. As Americans their service was extremely helpful due to the language barrier and the unpredictability of the Prefecture. They told us what to do, when to do it, what documents we needed, and accompanied us to the Prefecture each time. They are professional, prompt, and know their various areas of expertise inside and out. We highly recommend them for any of the services they provide.

Philip Robinson, Beaulieu Sur Mer, Dec 2020


I would like to place on record my appreciation of all the help you have given me with my application for residency in France.


From the very first telephone conversation we had, I felt confident with my decision to hand over to you the whole potentially daunting process.  This has proved to be the case throughout.  Your experience, and expertise in dealing with the gathering of information and documentation required has taken away any frustration and anxiety I might have had by embarking on the process on my own. Your knowledge of the workings of the various authorities is second to none.  You have always been prompt in answering my questions, kept me informed of progress and have given welcome assurance at every stage.  I would have no hesitation in recommending you and LBS to anyone contemplating applying for residency in France.  Thank you so much.

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:25:46+00:00
I would like to place on record my appreciation of all the help you have given me with my application for residency in France. From the very first telephone conversation we had, I felt confident with my decision to hand over to you the whole potentially daunting process.  This has proved to be the case throughout.  Your experience, and expertise in dealing with the gathering of information and documentation required has taken away any frustration and anxiety I might have had by embarking on the process on my own. Your knowledge of the workings of the various authorities is second to none.  You have always been prompt in answering my questions, kept me informed of progress and have given welcome assurance at every stage.  I would have no hesitation in recommending you and LBS to anyone contemplating applying for residency in France.  Thank you so much.

Ruth Kitchen, Serenity Entrepreneur Member, March 2021


I wanted to extend my appreciation for your help and support over the last four years. I have recommended you to many people over the years as I have found your service very reassuring and helpful. I have learned a lot and I will definitely be in touch should I need your support in the future. Thank you to the team.

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:25:05+00:00
I wanted to extend my appreciation for your help and support over the last four years. I have recommended you to many people over the years as I have found your service very reassuring and helpful. I have learned a lot and I will definitely be in touch should I need your support in the future. Thank you to the team.

Katrina Pitt, Serenity Entrepreneur Member, April 2021


Tracy and her team are great and very proactive in trying to resolve, support and help in any situation concerning, in my case, support with my auto entrepreneurial situation and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tracy for any administrative problems. Very efficient 👍

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:24:13+00:00
Tracy and her team are great and very proactive in trying to resolve, support and help in any situation concerning, in my case, support with my auto entrepreneurial situation and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tracy for any administrative problems. Very efficient 👍

Sarah Lee, Serenity Prestige Member, April 2021


When you make the decision to turn your life upside down and move full time to France, Tracy and her team are a really fabulous support.

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2021-10-25T13:23:10+00:00
When you make the decision to turn your life upside down and move full time to France, Tracy and her team are a really fabulous support.

Roni Sexton, Serenity Entrepreneur Member, April 2021


Yes Tracy and her fab team have helped me loads - I have French Tax brain freeze and they take care of everything so I can sleep 😴 soundly.

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:16:40+00:00
Yes Tracy and her fab team have helped me loads - I have French Tax brain freeze and they take care of everything so I can sleep 😴 soundly.

Mr & Mrs Bower, June 2021


Just to let you know, we had our interview in Bayonne yesterday. All good, it went smoothly. We have been given a 5 year permit to stay.


Just wanted to thank you both for all you did to make this happen. Great to work with you Annelyse, you made it easy. Definitely appreciate it.
LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:15:34+00:00
Just to let you know, we had our interview in Bayonne yesterday. All good, it went smoothly. We have been given a 5 year permit to stay. Just wanted to thank you both for all you did to make this happen. Great to work with you Annelyse, you made it easy. Definitely appreciate it.

Caroline Davidson, Menton, June 2021


During our first year settling into France Tracy Leonetti at LBS took the pressure off us entirely. As serenity prestige members, Annelyse handled all our administrative requirements in a straightforward, friendly, very easy manner. From the outset she went beyond the call of duty to make our move from the UK as successful as possible and we are so grateful to have had her on side. We couldn't have done it alone! 

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:10:05+00:00
During our first year settling into France Tracy Leonetti at LBS took the pressure off us entirely. As serenity prestige members, Annelyse handled all our administrative requirements in a straightforward, friendly, very easy manner. From the outset she went beyond the call of duty to make our move from the UK as successful as possible and we are so grateful to have had her on side. We couldn't have done it alone! 

Derek & John, July 2021


John and I want to thank both of you for your help, support and patience in applying and getting my Carte de SéjourToday, both of us got to witness and experience the full spectrum of what the prefecture is like - friendly (sparingly), surly and definitely dysfunctional. Thank goodness we had Annelyse with us. We’re so grateful for your tenacity and professionalism. Merci beaucoup!

LBS in France
2021-10-25T13:08:15+00:00
John and I want to thank both of you for your help, support and patience in applying and getting my Carte de Séjour. Today, both of us got to witness and experience the full spectrum of what the prefecture is like - friendly (sparingly), surly and definitely dysfunctional. Thank goodness we had Annelyse with us. We’re so grateful for your tenacity and professionalism. Merci beaucoup!

Louise Lyons, Valbonne, 2015


I want to give a huge THANK YOU to Tracy Leonetti and her amazing relocation services!! She has gone beyond the call of duty, after my daughter was refused entry into COV Valbonne, gym rythmique class, because she isnt fluent in french. This was only because of a very rude receptionist, but I was unable to deal with it, as I dont have much french. Tracy offered to speak with them and my daughter has been accepted, along with an apology!!! Highly recommend Tracy’s services:-)
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:17:38+00:00
I want to give a huge THANK YOU to Tracy Leonetti and her amazing relocation services!! She has gone beyond the call of duty, after my daughter was refused entry into COV Valbonne, gym rythmique class, because she isnt fluent in french. This was only because of a very rude receptionist, but I was unable to deal with it, as I dont have much french. Tracy offered to speak with them and my daughter has been accepted, along with an apology!!! Highly recommend Tracy’s services:-)

Richard Biffa, St Paul de Vence


Tracy, Many thanks for getting the car successfully re-registered. Very well done and thank you for the excellent service.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:17:19+00:00
Tracy, Many thanks for getting the car successfully re-registered. Very well done and thank you for the excellent service.

Melanie Gulliver, Nice


Hi Tracy Just to let you know that I’ve received just over 3K from the CAF on the 7th August- thank you sooooo much for your help with this couldn’t have done it without you!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:16:55+00:00
Hi Tracy Just to let you know that I’ve received just over 3K from the CAF on the 7th August- thank you sooooo much for your help with this couldn’t have done it without you!

Su Mariani, Juan les Pins


I have recently used Tracy to help us sort our some private health insurance issues and rental property dispute and can attest that she has great knowledge in both areas and will advocate very strongly for her clients. Thanks Tracy.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:16:34+00:00
I have recently used Tracy to help us sort our some private health insurance issues and rental property dispute and can attest that she has great knowledge in both areas and will advocate very strongly for her clients. Thanks Tracy.

Heather Curwen, English, Juan les Pins


I have used the services of Tracy Leonetti on a few occasions. Initially, to help me set up my business and more recently for a child benefit claim. Even though I speak reasonable French, I didn’t feel confident enough to tack such a complicated process – Tracy took over the paperwork and managed to obtain almost two years back payments. I highly recommend Tracy at LBS, she is extremely efficient, friendly and her prices are very competitive.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:16:13+00:00
I have used the services of Tracy Leonetti on a few occasions. Initially, to help me set up my business and more recently for a child benefit claim. Even though I speak reasonable French, I didn’t feel confident enough to tack such a complicated process – Tracy took over the paperwork and managed to obtain almost two years back payments. I highly recommend Tracy at LBS, she is extremely efficient, friendly and her prices are very competitive.

Fabio Peral, CEO GOLFBOO


It has been a pleasure to work with Tracy at Language Business Services and it is clear from the standard of the translations that a great degree of care and professionalism has been taken over each one. The work has always been completed quickly and to the highest of standards and I look forward to working with her again in the future.
http://www.golfboo.com
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:15:47+00:00
It has been a pleasure to work with Tracy at Language Business Services and it is clear from the standard of the translations that a great degree of care and professionalism has been taken over each one. The work has always been completed quickly and to the highest of standards and I look forward to working with her again in the future. http://www.golfboo.com

Abi Shaw, Mougins


I love living in France but French administration can sometimes be unbelievably time consuming and a real challenge, even if you speak good French. Tasks can hang over your head week after week and it can be quite daunting at times. So that’s where Tracy can step in and take away all the worry. She’s so efficient, friendly and can turn her hand to anything. You know that a ‘proper’ job will be done or you’re going to finally resolve what has seemed ‘unresolvable’ for so long! I would thoroughly recommend Tracy to anyone facing these challenges. She’s ace!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:15:15+00:00
I love living in France but French administration can sometimes be unbelievably time consuming and a real challenge, even if you speak good French. Tasks can hang over your head week after week and it can be quite daunting at times. So that’s where Tracy can step in and take away all the worry. She’s so efficient, friendly and can turn her hand to anything. You know that a ‘proper’ job will be done or you’re going to finally resolve what has seemed ‘unresolvable’ for so long! I would thoroughly recommend Tracy to anyone facing these challenges. She’s ace!

April Slone, Biot, France – April 2015


Thank you Tracy for making our visit to the Prefecture smooth and painless. Without your expertise I fear that visit could have ended poorly. Many thanks and we look forward to working with you through all the complicated and confusing aspects of immigration to France!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:14:51+00:00
Thank you Tracy for making our visit to the Prefecture smooth and painless. Without your expertise I fear that visit could have ended poorly. Many thanks and we look forward to working with you through all the complicated and confusing aspects of immigration to France!

Sebastian Schar, Valbonne


Tracy has been more than a helping hand for us with all things related paperwork. Since we arrived here about two years ago she helped us with everything from car registration to health insurance to child benefits. Without her we would have been entirely lost in the french mills of bureaucracy. She is not only highly professional, very reliable and trustworthy, she is also just an overall great person to work with and she gets things done quickly and goes out of her way to help in whatever way necessary.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:14:26+00:00
Tracy has been more than a helping hand for us with all things related paperwork. Since we arrived here about two years ago she helped us with everything from car registration to health insurance to child benefits. Without her we would have been entirely lost in the french mills of bureaucracy. She is not only highly professional, very reliable and trustworthy, she is also just an overall great person to work with and she gets things done quickly and goes out of her way to help in whatever way necessary.

Svetlana Masjutina, Czech Republic, Nice


Tracy Leonetti, thank you for your CAF Survival Guide, it was much needed! In the maze of French family and tax services and ongoing changes one can hardly survive without a guidance:) it is so well written and easy to understand. Great job, I recommend it all English speaking community in France, especially to families with kids!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:14:05+00:00
Tracy Leonetti, thank you for your CAF Survival Guide, it was much needed! In the maze of French family and tax services and ongoing changes one can hardly survive without a guidance:) it is so well written and easy to understand. Great job, I recommend it all English speaking community in France, especially to families with kids!

April Bronner Slone, April 2015


Tracy took the anxiety right out of our visit to the Prefecture, she made sure our papers were in order and even managed to get us there at a time of day with no line! In and out, no problem!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:13:41+00:00
Tracy took the anxiety right out of our visit to the Prefecture, she made sure our papers were in order and even managed to get us there at a time of day with no line! In and out, no problem!

M. Cedrola, The Var – April 2015


Tracy has been immense in helping me to understand the complexities of self-employment and running a small business in France. I cannot emphasize enough the value she has provided me, from explaining the financial and legal obligations, to answering my countless questions! And on the rare occasion when she doesn’t have the answer, she will go find out for you! I thoroughly recommend Tracy if you need help and support with any administrative, financial or legal tasks for either your business or personal life in France
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:13:15+00:00
Tracy has been immense in helping me to understand the complexities of self-employment and running a small business in France. I cannot emphasize enough the value she has provided me, from explaining the financial and legal obligations, to answering my countless questions! And on the rare occasion when she doesn’t have the answer, she will go find out for you! I thoroughly recommend Tracy if you need help and support with any administrative, financial or legal tasks for either your business or personal life in France

Sebastian Schar, Valbonne


Tracy has been more than a helping hand for us with all things related paperwork. Since we arrived here about two years ago she helped us with everything from car registration to health insurance to child benefits. Without her we would have been entirely lost in the french mills of bureaucracy. She is not only highly professional, very reliable and trustworthy, she is also just an overall great person to work with and she gets things done quickly and goes out of her way to help in whatever way necessary.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:12:52+00:00
Tracy has been more than a helping hand for us with all things related paperwork. Since we arrived here about two years ago she helped us with everything from car registration to health insurance to child benefits. Without her we would have been entirely lost in the french mills of bureaucracy. She is not only highly professional, very reliable and trustworthy, she is also just an overall great person to work with and she gets things done quickly and goes out of her way to help in whatever way necessary.

Lori Skinner-Studley, Wildside Productions LLC


Tracy – IT was FABULOUS. Everyone had a wonderful time andI looked like a rock star. I could NOT have done it without your recommendations. I truly, truly appreciate your help. Thank you again so much!!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:12:28+00:00
Tracy – IT was FABULOUS. Everyone had a wonderful time andI looked like a rock star. I could NOT have done it without your recommendations. I truly, truly appreciate your help. Thank you again so much!!

April Slone, Biot, France – April 2015


Thank you Tracy for making our visit to the Prefecture smooth and painless. Without your expertise I fear that visit could have ended poorly. Many thanks and we look forward to working with you through all the complicated and confusing aspects of immigration to France!
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:12:04+00:00
Thank you Tracy for making our visit to the Prefecture smooth and painless. Without your expertise I fear that visit could have ended poorly. Many thanks and we look forward to working with you through all the complicated and confusing aspects of immigration to France!

Grisel Lopez-Escobar Damgaard, Nice – September 2015


I decided to call upon Tracy’s services after having heard many positive comments about her ability to professionally navigate French bureaucracy, with a smile no less! Although I was quite familiar with the process I needed to go through to renew my French “Carte de Séjour”, I found myself needing her expertise in order to expedite the process. She met me at the agreed upon time at the Prefecture (she was even early, just in case) and she got it all sorted for me. It was obvious to me that she had successfully helped many foreigners with their official papers before, as she managed what seemed to be impossible in a very short amount of time, including miraculously sweet talking them into accepting my file despite the fact that we got to the front of the queue a full 2 minutes after they were supposed to close. She went above and beyond the call of duty and I very much recommend her services for anyone who is looking for a trustworthy, good humoured, well-connected, seasoned professional.
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:11:39+00:00
I decided to call upon Tracy’s services after having heard many positive comments about her ability to professionally navigate French bureaucracy, with a smile no less! Although I was quite familiar with the process I needed to go through to renew my French “Carte de Séjour”, I found myself needing her expertise in order to expedite the process. She met me at the agreed upon time at the Prefecture (she was even early, just in case) and she got it all sorted for me. It was obvious to me that she had successfully helped many foreigners with their official papers before, as she managed what seemed to be impossible in a very short amount of time, including miraculously sweet talking them into accepting my file despite the fact that we got to the front of the queue a full 2 minutes after they were supposed to close. She went above and beyond the call of duty and I very much recommend her services for anyone who is looking for a trustworthy, good humoured, well-connected, seasoned professional.

Gerard Hogan, Mougins, November 2015


Ok my tip is this, if you’re reading this your half way there, that means you’re already with Tracy Leonetti. Good. Listen to her, go off her recommendations and don’t be late for her meetings. My god I have spent thousands in the last few year for no Input on French accountant, I can only confirm my faith in Tracy. The biggest kisses Tracy /angel xxxxxxx kindest regards Gerard Hogan,
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:11:17+00:00
Ok my tip is this, if you’re reading this your half way there, that means you’re already with Tracy Leonetti. Good. Listen to her, go off her recommendations and don’t be late for her meetings. My god I have spent thousands in the last few year for no Input on French accountant, I can only confirm my faith in Tracy. The biggest kisses Tracy /angel xxxxxxx kindest regards Gerard Hogan,

Pam Anthony , (34340 Marseillan) – October 2015


Hi Tracy, Many thanks again for your invaluable help in setting up our account with the electricity supplier and checking out the details for the water supplier and billing method with the managing agents. You have saved us a lot of hassle- trying to do it in pigeon French over the telephone would have been too stressful. Best wishes
LBS in France
2020-06-08T20:10:16+00:00
Hi Tracy, Many thanks again for your invaluable help in setting up our account with the electricity supplier and checking out the details for the water supplier and billing method with the managing agents. You have saved us a lot of hassle- trying to do it in pigeon French over the telephone would have been too stressful. Best wishes
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