All guides for expats in France

Step-by-step guide to dialling French numbers from the United States, including international codes and cheap calling options.

Everything you need to dial a French number from Britain — codes, prefixes, and the best apps to call for free.

Work out the right data allowance for your usage — streaming, browsing, remote work — before you sign a contract.

Keep your number and switch operator without any downtime — the RIO code process explained step by step in English.

Notice periods, termination fees, and the exact steps to cancel any French mobile contract — in plain English.

Get your handset unlocked so you can use any SIM in France or abroad — including the legal free unlock rules.

How EU roaming rules apply to your French SIM, what is free, and what can still cost you when travelling.

Everything you need to know about buying a French SIM card or pay-as-you-go plan as an expat.

Compare unlimited mobile data offers from French operators — what is included, exclusions, and best value picks.

Check what is available at your address, compare the four national providers, and pick a plan — fibre from €22.99/month with no commitment.

Notice periods, penalties, and the letter templates you need to end a French broadband subscription legally.

Understand your speed test results and what download/upload speeds you can realistically expect by technology type.

Compare satellite broadband options for rural France — costs, speeds, and whether Starlink is worth it for you.

Get internet in France without signing up for a fixed phone line — mobile broadband and landline-free options.

Find the best broadband solution for a holiday home or secondary residence — seasonal and flexible options explained.

How to watch English-language channels and streaming services in France — legal, reliable, and in your language.

Everything you need about subscribing to Netflix in France — pricing, library differences, and setup tips.

Set up Disney+ in France, understand pricing and content library differences from other countries.

Amazon Prime Video prices in France, the difference between Prime Video and full Amazon Prime, ads, and how to watch as an expat.

An overview of the main French free-to-air and cable TV channels — what to watch and how to access them as an expat.

Free template letters (in French) to cancel broadband, mobile or TV contracts — ready to copy and send.

Your rights as a consumer, escalation steps, and how to reach the Médiateur des communications électroniques.