Frequently asked questions
The arrival in a new country inevitably generates many questions. You will find here the most common ones but feel free to contact me with any other questions.
What is MyParisTouch?
MyParisTouch is a relocation and concierge agency dedicated to expatriates. We make your move to Paris seamless by assisting you at every step—from finding a home to handling administrative tasks and offering personalized concierge services for foreign owners of a Parisian apartment.
Why should I choose MyParisTouch?
Moving to Paris can be challenging: language barriers, administrative complexity, housing search… We make it easy with a turnkey, personalized, and efficient service.
Can you help me find accommodation even if I'm not yet in Paris?
Yes, we can organize virtual visits and manage the whole process remotely. We make sure your apartment is ready when you arrive.
Is it really difficult to rent a flat in Paris as an expatriate?
French law is more favorable to the tenant, which is why landlords and real estate agencies impose very demanding selection criteria.
And even if you have a job but you don't have "the perfect "file meaning you’ll need a lot of paperwork and proof that you can cover the rent, given the Parisian real estate market, you have very little chance of being selected.
The solution could be short term rental agencies which are much less selective but of course this has a cost.
Other solution is to focus your research in selecting only ads posted by individuals and not professional real estate agencies.
You will have to be creative and above all rely on your network, which is difficult when you are newcomer.
So to work with a relocation agency is a very good idea !!
Is it better to rent an unfurnished or a furnished flat in Paris?
I would recommend for a first rental a furnished apartment
The offer is much more important for different reasons, the most obvious one is the tax system which is more interesting for the owners and it is also easier to get rid of a problematic tenant.
In addition, since January 2025, Paris has limited short-term rentals of a primary residence to 90 days per year, encouraging owners to favor long-term rentals.
So there are much more furnished flats on the market.
Often it is possible to negotiate with the owner to keep the essentials and decorate to your taste.
And above all, if your file is not "perfect", furnished rentals with a one-year contract are easier to obtain than unfurnished apartments with a three-year lease. For example, a French tax form will not be required.
Do you need to speak French to live in Paris?
You will be able to get by in Paris if you don't speak French as many French people are now speaking English but I strongly recommend to get at least an intermediate level to make your living experience more enjoyable and easy.
There are a lot of resources to learn French and enjoy it.
You can find in my blogpost many resources and tips to learn French.
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