How to report income received by a french company as self employed to IRS?

I am considering to become a sub contractor with a french company (in France). On IRS site, it says that any company who pays a sub contractor more than 600$ has to file Form 1099 Misc. Is this really mandatory for a foreign company? Would an invoice or a proof of payment be enough to [...]

Can I get into the Louvre for free if I have a Carte de Séjour ?

According to the Louvre’s website, EU residents can get into the museum for free with proof of residence. I’m an American currently living in Paris under a student visa. When I get my OFII (Immigration office) stamp, can I visit for free, or is this strictly EU citizens only?

How do I safely transfer money to France and England from the US?

I will be renting homes in France and England for the holidays, but must pay the rental fees before we leave for Europe. How can I pay the fees in a safe and secure manner, ensuring that I have proof of payment in the event that the rental agency/owner denies payment being made?

do I need to know French to get admitted to McGill Medical School?

I am planning to apply for the program of medicine at McGill University. I know McGill is an English-speaking school but I was thinking the program of medicine might be a little bit different. For example, medical students need to work in hospitals and communicate with the patients, right? What if a patient only speaks [...]

Parisians disguise their cars

You remember the unhappiness over the revolution in the system of French car registration. The new plaques d’immatriculation have been out for a year now and the proof is in: Parisians are hiding their home town by signing up for… Read More