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#RI-6ad350ca·4 months ago·
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“Moved to France in retirement”

Moved to France without knowing key things like language learning and visa timing

What I wish I knew
"Learned French and applied for visa before selling US home"
If I could tell you one thing
"Start learning the local language and plan carefully before making a big move"
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