[PDF] Expat Package - France

What is an expat package?

The expat package is the combination of basic salary plus benefits in kind offered to a prospective assignee to undertake an overseas assignment. This can be made up of all different types of benefits, from additional living and housing costs to healthcare cover and international schooling fees for dependants.

Do expats need a car in Paris?

Though the cost of living in Paris is higher than that of rural France, one of the benefits of living in a well-developed, metropolitan city is the extensive public transport system in France. Expats living in Paris, and most other major cities in France, will find they won’t need a car at all.

Which country is best for expats in France?

The Loire Valley is also blessed with handsome rolling countryside, pretty limestone villages, and of course, fabulous weather – making it expats’ favorite paradise in France. Alsace is quite possibly one of the most interesting regions in France because it boasts the best of Germany whilst still being French.

What is the best way to compensate expats?

An ability to understand what exactly is being offered for what price is essential. The most common approach is the Balance Sheet (or buildup system). An estimated 83 percent of companies use this method for their long-term expatriate compensation.