Become the BEST TAPIF Assistant and smoothly transition to your new life in France:

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We've put together an enormous guide, which covers how to prepare for TAPIF, readjust to life in France, and budget your money effectively.

  • Learn how to apply for your visa, get a working cellphone, and set up your French bank account.
  • Understand the various living options you have in France and get some tips on how to find a place.
  • Learn some ways to budget your money and a few strategies to be a better teaching assistant.

What will we cover in the full guide?

Chapter 1: TAPIF Application Process

Is TAPIF right for me?

How to select your region & age groups

Writing a great application letter

Letters of recommendation

Waiting period & wait-list

Chapter 2: The VISA Process & Preparation for Going to France

How to prepare for your stay in France

Your TAPIF Folder

Obtaining your French visa

Chapter 3: Arrival in France - Setting Up Life

How to set up your bank account

Getting around France

How to get a working cellphone

How to complete French immigration (OFII) requirements

How to find a place to live & set up your apartment (furniture, electricity, immobiler, etc)

Safety, insurance & healthcare

Learn your area (geographically: banks, stores... on going events)

Chapter 4: Reporting for Teaching & Teaching Tips

Your first day as a teaching assistant

Teaching assistant duties

How to be a better (& cooler) English teacher

Chapter 5: Money guide & how to make friends

Understanding VAT and shopping in France

How to budget your money off your salary

Tips on making friends and being social

Chapter 6: After TAPIF

Closing & lasting impressions


Additional Perks

The full guide also grants ​you a personal support through email. If you ever need clarification or help while you're abroad in France then I'll try my best to answer your questions or lead you in the right direction.

You'll be getting expert knowledge from somebody who found an apartment in France, set up internet/phone/utilities, opened a bank account, and made tons of French friends while abroad. FrenchCrazy.com has reached over 4 million people worldwide because I strive to offer value in everything that I do. This TAPIF guide is no exception.

TAPIF can be a great experience, if you know how to do things correctly. With this guide, you'll enjoy a stress-free arrival in France and get some great tips on making things matter.

Feel free to read our free guide on TAPIF. If you need more information then return here for full access to our entire guide.