Don’t choose this visa to freelance in France!
This year, I've seen many expats wanting to register a business while under a long-stay visitor Visa. And I've had to break the bad news to them... ...
By Valérie Aston · 14 Nov 2024 · 106 views
Professional advice on running a small business in France
Bonjour, I'm Valérie Aston, a French business advisor. I help English speakers prepare, create and manage their freelancing activity in France, so they can focus on their customers & development.
Moving to France is exciting: new home, new work, new culture! But having to grasp the business rules can be overwhelming, especially if you don't master the language yet.
How I can help you:
This year, I've seen many expats wanting to register a business while under a long-stay visitor Visa. And I've had to break the bad news to them... ...
By Valérie Aston · 14 Nov 2024 · 106 views
In this article, I’m sharing 4 ways the 2025 budget called “Loi de Finance” might impact your French business. ...
By Valérie Aston · 2 Nov 2024 · 426 views
As a business owner, there are 5 things to keep an eye on, to avoid bad surprises or last-minute fix-it rush. Consider this article as your homework to be done before 2025. ...
By Valérie Aston · 21 Oct 2024 · 322 views
Did you know that entrepreneurs and freelancers in France are paying towards a training fund? And that they can use this fund to pay for FREE training ...
By Valérie Aston · 14 Oct 2024 · 379 views
Let’s talk about cultural differences as a freelancer in France. Get an idea of what to expect or add to the list. ...
By Valérie Aston · 25 Sep 2024 · 595 views
Rules and process of declaring YouTube income in France. Myth of passive income, different business structures for YouTubers, and the impact on French visas. ...
By Valérie Aston · 20 Sep 2024 · 515 views
This podcast explains how to set up a health cover and how to get a carte vitale for entrepreneurs. Find out how your carte vitale will be issued and answers to popular questions on health cover. ...
By Valérie Aston · 10 May 2011
This podcast discusses the implications of adding an extra APE or NAF activity code to your current business and how to do it. Adding an extra APE activity code can be done for an auto-entrepreneur, an entreprise ...
By Valérie Aston · 10 May 2011
This podcast, which is 44 minutes long, will give you a complete overview of the auto-entrepreneur system. It's perfect if you're starting a business in France as an auto-entrepreneur, or you're registered and want a ...
By Valérie Aston · 6 Sep 2013
The French system of setting up a business and paying taxes is complicated and easy to get lost in. I was also overdue with documents for the French authorities. Valerie's advice was probably the best use of my money in the entire year. She knew the regulatory pitfalls and problems relating to my business and tax situation, and her advice was invaluable. I cannot recommend Valerie more highly. Do it now!
-John