☆ HOW I MOVED TO PARIS AT 21 -- and how you can do it too ☆

[@Tab-rh2bz]

“It’s almost like they don’t want me here...BUT.I.DONT.CARE.” You’d be an asset and blessing anywhere! I needed that laugh!

[@AshTanya]

I want to move to France after uni but that dream has been fading away the closer I get to graduation it just sounds so intimidating. Good on you for making it through your apartment looks so cute !

[@aimemaggie]

Girl if you want to move you can make it happen. While I've been here, I've met so many people with different pathways and I'm actual working on a video series interviewing different people and showing the many different ways you can move to france and how diverse everyone's stories are.

[@britbemine]

I was in paris on my own for 2 months. I got back to the states a week ago and I’m already planning my trip back!

[@aimemaggie]

Who wants to move abroad in 2020? I had paris on my dream board for 2020 and I made it so if you want to make the move I believe in you!

[@Hasan-bs2nv]

Hopefully I can be a Jamaican citizen in 7 years, that’s my goal.

[@imaginedlife-style7026]

Thank you so much. Sending you love. ❤ I'm moving to Paris next year 2023🙂

[@aimemaggie]

Yay happy for you!!

[@davidbarahona5550]

I’m moving to France in 2023-2024

[@Pharaoization]

Hang on. You live by yourself for 540€ a month in Paris? And your flat is a studio with kitchen and bathroom though, right? Ayyye I'm going to look into moving. This isn't bad at all

[@aimemaggie]

Yes do it!! The one downside is that the bathroom is in the hallway but i've gotten used to it. Feel free to reach out on instagram because I love answering people's questions.

[@princesslamour4659]

@@aimemaggie wow what’s your occupation girl ? I heard black people experience hard racism but racism is everywhere and I doubt every day someone will literally bully me for my race

[@pirateez5021]

@@princesslamour4659 IKR a lot of people said in France that they act like they don’t see color and I was like-

[@jackiegm]

Once you said you were a virgo I trusted you lol from a fellow virgo ♍ 😌

[@aimemaggie]

yes virgos unite!!

[@destinyzroom]

Mon dieu!! I'm happy to have found your channel! I dream of France too and literally, there's so many things that lead me to your video 😭 I'm only a few minutes in but I can tell you're really great and you're so inspiring and I can relate to so much already! Très super!!

[@aimemaggie]

wow thank you so much for this sweet comment

[@gypsyaspen1297]

MA DeusA. Very practical yes.hopeful.

[@davidbarahona5550]

I agree. The metro in Paris is amazing.

[@SarahKarver]

this is soooo useful as someone who applied to the 2021 tapif!! congrats on getting into the paris academie I know how difficult that is!!

[@aimemaggie]

good luck! I'm applying for renewal so hopefully I can do it again.

[@deborahmukundwa854]

Which nations are eligible to apply for tapif?!

[@elsiemegan3979]

I don’t know how I found you but I love your vibe; you were real it’s not easy 😭

[@mlleChesca]

"it's almost like they don't want me here but idc", girl, we'll be friends! hahahaha

[@charlesblack1086]

So nice to see you here. Check out Damon Dominique, Tiffanie Davis and Dadu Chic. All Americans in Paris.

[@aimemaggie]

i havn't heard of dadu chic but i love damon and tiffanie

[@NotTodaySatan557]

I am LIVING for this ❤️ recently the idea to move there has been planted in my brain. 3:26 my girl!🌱🌱🌱

[@BobKnight-mm2ze]

I know this video is an oldie but a goodie for you, but it was helpful to me. I took a look at your channel history for about 3-4 years of thumbnails. And wow, what a journey you've had.

[@oliviakozakiewicz1464]

This video should be more popular ! You are so fun and candid with the camera, I love it. I want you to be my Paris friend XDD

[@aimemaggie]

Yes let's be friends!

[@tomstratis9359]

KUDOS AMY! Reminds me of when I moved to Rhodes, Greece in 1989. It was similar to what you experienced and your advice is right on.

[@briiieliiise-professionalhuman]

I love that you're a virgo!

[@aimemaggie]

virgos are the best (in my biased opinion)

[@briiieliiise-professionalhuman]

@@aimemaggie yeah we get ish done !!!

[@stewartwilson1209]

You’re awesome! 🙏🏻

[@vitamincrc8267]

Aime: "I am a virgo" me: subscribes

[@LowqyCopy]

This is giving me awesome vibes and motivation I really hope I can do this

[@aimemaggie]

I'm happy to hear that

[@nicoleecheverria5747]

Omg I had to deal with VFS global when I had to get my visa to Portugal for grad school and it was a NIGHTMARE, I feel you on that lol

[@aimemaggie]

they are a nightmare

[@deborahmukundwa854]

I am on my first undergraduate degree in Rwanda🇷🇼, I have loved France since my young age :) I love the French culture, language and everything God🤗 Anyways I am still on my savings👏👏thanks for the video👍

[@aimemaggie]

I hope you can move here one day good luck!

[@imanmuyeeb881]

I'm moving to paris in a year so I'm taking notes sis

[@aimemaggie]

Yes!!! congrats

[@Lambert7785]

I really hope it all works out well for you - looking forward to your continuing adventures in paris

[@sianimarie8759]

I love your vibe! Your such a inspiration! Congratulations on your move 🥰❤

[@aimemaggie]

Thank you!

[@TiffanieDavis]

Loved this video!! 100% agreee with a lot of your points!!

[@aimemaggie]

Wow i can't believe you found my video. I binged your channel when I was first moving to paris and I've been so happy to see your growth!

[@user-uc6up8em9v]

Your style is awesome! Also, great video! I hope to move someday!

[@YourBigSisMel]

“ it’s almost like they don’t want me here, but idc” 😂😂

[@heatherfeather1293]

I would LOVE to move to France.

[@brotherstevenuche1490]

Love your video dear. I loved from New York to France two years ago for my Graduate degree. And again, CAF is not for only poor people Lols. CAF allocations has helped me a lot. I receive CAF allocation about 282 euros per month for a rent of 319 euros per month. I feel this is because I received a French grant.

[@linwoodsly7101]

Very informative ..I’m retired and planning trip to visit England and France ..studying for Pharmacy Boards to get work visa to move .TY

[@Aimee-Baguma]

We have the same name. Aimée is the girl version of spelling it and Aime is the boy version of spelling it.

[@aimemaggie]

hey name twin!!

[@marie-linelochard7284]

I’m moving on Friday ☺️

[@fosiyamohamed1303]

Did you move?

[@marie-linelochard7284]

@@fosiyamohamed1303 yep about two weeks ago. And today I moved into an apartment

[@fosiyamohamed1303]

@@marie-linelochard7284 wow congrats and have fun

[@sew_gal7340]

youre so lucky, i am too old (37) to be able to just abandon everything to move to some scary country. i love the USA but i do dream of going away, the political scene here is too scary.

[@jaz6789]

Thank you for this you are adorable 🥰

[@sunshineyogini4337]

Before you move did you know how to speak French? If not how did you navigate?

[@aimemaggie]

My french level was intermediate so I could communicate in most situations. I'd say it's great (but not necessary) to know a little bit of french before coming.

[@pocketslife8963]

Best video ever on this subject.. subscribed 👍

[@eyefills]

Thanks a lot Great stuff ! You really seem to be a pretty smart and nice person ! Thanks for some fine tips for our dream to live in Montmartre ! Rick&Morgan

[@Deibi078]

I wanna go to France to study computer science

[@beautywithembeauty6255]

Hi can u speak French and how u learned it, I want to move to France but the language barrier will be hard

[@aimemaggie]

I'm a level b1 in french. I learned it in school and also now practice alone through watching youtube videos and reviewing my college textbook.

[@julianaz7667]

i really wanna move to paris but im not intending to go to college 🥲

[@aimemaggie]

There are still other ways to do it! You can be an au pair or do a program like tapif

[@alwaysme_t]

I'm planning on moving after my first year to get reduced college tuition since I didn't apply for French universities. This was very informative, also does tapif hire students or only graduates?

[@aimemaggie]

I think you have to be either a graduate or on a break because it would be difficult to work and go to school depending on your class schedule and what the school needs.

[@marissaedwards972]

Hey, im in this process now. I was wondering if you're still living in Paris?

[@basicallydeadbooks000]

I’m planning on going to college in France. Did you bring any furniture/stuff when you moved? I think it would be expensive to buy new stuff but idk

[@camrunmaffew]

So amazing, so much information , thank you so much!!! Also wondering how you found that apartment I know it’s so fast but what website/board? Thanks again Queen

[@aimemaggie]

I found mine off of pap

[@OfficielAmber]

How much money do you recommend to have save before the move? I am happy for you I hope you are still happy there!!

[@brandonwalden1352]

Great video

[@magdaleneodigie3240]

Girl! I need to get out of Dubai! I am already learning French but I can't seem to know how to get a job (ideal in fashion) I just need some advice! I have already moved 3 times LOL

[@H-bv1xt]

Any advice for American high schooler to get into French university?

[@aimemaggie]

I did not take that route so I recommend looking for youtube videos where they discuss their experience going to school in france.

[@LucasRodrigues-eq4my]

I wanna move there too however how did u get ur visa resolved? And I’m trying to move there however I have no idea what I’m gonna do once I get there I’m good with languages hopefully something with that

[@stephanielewis1470]

I want to moveee ah

[@lowkeyjb6324]

From what I see on these KZbin videos. The only way to get a long visa is for school or a career. Can I just apply at a coffee shop or something and get my visa that way?

[@katherinemarsh784]

Not "want to." Decided to. Period.

[@Yasminrising]

Where’s part 2 ? :)

[@yammajesty]

so do you need your visa permanent to sign the apartment lease or can you sign one with the 3month visa as you’re waiting for your year/permanent visa

[@shanayahayes6394]

Hi! I’m a lesbian living in a primarily homophobic country (on our way to elect our PM once more) I’ve come to realise that I don’t have much of a future here because it’s really backwards here and it would take until I reach my senior citizen years to see even a small change. So, anyway, should I plan on moving to France? I am not particularly sure on what I want to study (I’m 19), should I be fluent in French before moving, please drop some advices in the replies❤️

[@aimemaggie]

I'm so sorry to hear that. France is definitely lgbt freindly (especialy here in paris) If you're fluent in english you could be able to be an au pair if you're not sure what to study. And you don't nee dot be fluent if you're moving to a major city like paris or Marseille but learning the basics is helpful for getting around. Let me know if you have any other questions and I wish you the best of luck

[@ArtHistoryProfessor]

Love your videos. But here's a constructive suggestion: please slow down when speaking (you talk far too fast) and pause between shifting ideas. You're a great example for young people of your generation. Great job.

[@trgvfff5907]

What if I don’t want move to find romance with someone but because I find Paris beautiful and want to romance myself

[@aimemaggie]

Yes I support this

[@fitbyaw]

How did you find your apartment though? did you go through a website? an agency?

[@aimemaggie]

through a website. It's called pap. You can also look on seloger, studapart, and leboncoin. If you want roommates, appartager is an option as well.

[@maudelynurey4989]

Wait, how'd you move there during Covid!? :(

[@aimemaggie]

because I came here to work in a school, I was still able to get a visa. I've also met some people who moved here during the pandemic to be an au pair.

[@maudelynurey4989]

@@aimemaggie oh okay! i messaged you on instagram also:) i’m getting miscommunication from the embassy and was wondering if you could help😓

[@erickjerland1281]

When Madonna moved to NYC she only had 35 dollars on her.

[@kateallan8930]

💛

[@aimemaggie]

thank you

[@syonnaschannel8183]

Girl can I live with you

[@katherinemarsh784]

Scenario.

[@samsoulgrav1132]

Wait, you moved to Paris? (proceeds to make a thumbnail of a person with a teapot pouring some tea, which looks suspiciously british) *angry french noises intensifies*

[@MEK1]

Kettle never heard of her. Kettle who?

[@haley203]

15:30 how do you spell that lmao??

[@aimemaggie]

it's chambre de bonne

[@GethHeratic]

Americans need to start buying kettles...

[@rosestea5896]

i'm 14 and have wanted to move to paris since i was like 2, i have a long way to go but i really wanna learn french and good ways to go there etc. i wanna be prepared lol

[@aimemaggie]

It's great that you're planning early!

[@lokifairy888]

same but i’m 15

[@ladyadonis5238]

this comment ! im scared to move young like during my 20s so i may move durin my 30s idk tho

[@rosestea5896]

@@ladyadonis5238 i'm honestly scared too! i want to earn my PHD before i do anything like moving to paris..so I might move in my 30s. but it just depends on how life goes. good luck for you!

[@aifos8380]

Same but I'm from Latin America soooo is a little bit more difficult

[@lolamontez8811]

I wanna move to Paris France mainly because I wanna study there and a big part of my family is from there so I think it would be a great idea to move there plus my dad and my lol always tell me I can do whatever I want with my life so they're fine with it lol. This helped a lot thank you! :))

[@PatriciaJeanPierre]

This was such a helpful video!! Definitely appreciate the advice on saving as much money as money.

[@aimemaggie]

Yes it’s so important

[@GemiStarr]

Wow this video was actually SOO helpful!! You really go into detail about everything it takes to move there. Tysm 💜 Maybe we’ll run into each other on the streets of Paris some day ✌🏼

[@upupandaway1882]

Omg someone who made it happen! ❤️ I do have a question though, how did you get the language requirement met with tapif? I only took one year of French during college and did 3 years in high school. Should I take a test?

[@aimemaggie]

I took two years of french in college. I asked one of my professors to write for me. I think you should take a test since you didn't do the two years.

[@viomusardathefluffysealgas9347]

Question if you want to spend more than a couple of months in france how do you do it? Do you apply for another visa that gives you A longer time to stay?

[@aimemaggie]

You can stay in france for up to 3 months visa free. I fou want to stay for longer than that, you have to be in your home country to get a long stay visa. You can't just show get the visa in france (there might be some specific instance like for spouse or family visas but for most situations, you need a to get your visa before moving to france). You also can't do many things like opening a bank account for getting long term housing without a visa.

[@eileenbrans1000]

CAF = caisse d’allocations familiales so sort of center for family benefits, they help pay for housing, school and les allocations familiales so an amount of money per child :)

[@aimemaggie]

Thank you for clarifying

[@AshTanya]

Can you recommend job sites in France?

[@aimemaggie]

I've heard linkedin is a great place to start

[@celinamartinez247]

Thank you for this video, (I am a Virgo too!) and in the process of planning for a move in Oct. How did you hear about VFS? What made you want to go with them? Also, how did you find your apt? Thank you and I will be watching :)

[@aimemaggie]

It was the process my program outlined for us. To make the appointment I just googled vfs chicago (the closet office to where I lived) and booked the appointment. The actual application though is through the french visas website france-visas.gouv.fr/web/france-visas/. I found by apartment through pap but i also looked alot on seloger and studapart. It was a lot of looking through listings and finding ones I liked then calling to see if it was available and sometimes being able to see the apartment. It's a very long process but worth it in the end. Hope this helps! let me know if you have any other questions.

[@celinamartinez247]

@@aimemaggie thank you! It was generous of you to share, and it will be repaid to you. Keep doing what you're doing sis!

[@selahstudies1650]

ok you are SO entertaining like i am so inspired to just pick up and move; loved the video!

[@aimemaggie]

Do it!! I'm hoping my videos can get people inspired to make the big jump because it's been so good for me.

[@Deibi078]

how did you know

[@elisemichele2691]

Thank you so much for sharing this!! I've been wanting to move abroad for years and am finally almost in the position to do so. Really appreciate you breaking it down and making things understandable.

[@Eo-bo6sf]

I read that to qualify for a student visa you need proof that you have 615€ per month that you’re staying/studying there. I assume this means that getting a job in France does not qualify for this specific requirement. So if a Master is 5 years…that’s a lot of money. Do you know of any way that can be done?

[@tonyathomas6379]

Thanks for taking time to share. It was most informative!

[@aimemaggie]

I’m glad it was helpful for you!

[@linwoodsly7101]

Dear Aime …N2S is no longer offering Bank accounts to US citizens ,I’m applying 4 France Visa and Health insurance through VFS Global and Hopefully shall have visa before 2024 I heard of u from Jordon’s relocating to France YT video .planning on Holiday 2023 visit to UK and May take trip to France ..watched ur video nice work ..I’m retired and get SSI and Pension .,so I won’t have a problem with funds just finding a place in Bari Italy ..😂Sky

[@luckyfriend82]

I love your energy! I'm so happy you get to experience this so young. So, with the teaching job, since it is part time, are you allowed to get another job working in France or no because you would need a different visa for that? Is this a contract/temporary job or your permanent job?

[@komal-]

girl what, how did you apply for healthcare so easily. i lived there for four months and couldn't figure it out. i straight up had a mental breakdown outside CPAM. any help would geniunely save me. i'm moving back after i graduate

[@ella1854]

did you have a college degree in education or something related in order to apply to the english teaching program?

[@janiapemberton]

Thank you so much for this video! Amazing & so many good tips ❤️

[@aimemaggie]

i really appreciate it!

[@H-bv1xt]

Is there teaching English work for high school graduates that’s offered thru the government?

[@aimemaggie]

Hmm, I'm not sure but you can look for other opportunities that don't require a collage degree.

[@joyfullypacinglife8847]

Hi Maggie! How did you find your apartment at the 16th arrondissement? I am currently living in Toulouse, France in an airbnb, and I want to move to Paris after my contract here ends in December. The only thing that's delaying my move there is my accommodation. I am looking for a regular apartment not airbnb. Is there an agency I could go to? Any information would be helpful. Thank you.

[@seetlingg]

Hi, I found some good places on Lodgis :) It seems to be cheaper than the other housing agencies too

[@joyfullypacinglife8847]

@@seetlingg Thanks!

[@mianorris6696]

I try to take only direct flights, if possible.

[@aimemaggie]

they're so much easier!

[@safiyajean-valme4001]

Did you take the French test (TEF or DELF) for the Tapif program or did you have someone write an evaluation letter?

[@joeyamar6043]

could you type out the name of the apartment room you said at 15:32 ? sorry im really passionate about moving to france so that’s why i’m just tryna take as many notes as i can lol

[@aimemaggie]

chambre de bonne

[@joeyamar6043]

@@aimemaggie thank you!

[@tracygregory8448]

Just out of curiosity did you have this confidence instilled in you as a child, you are just so lovely and confident.

[@maheenaamir4188]

Hey , I am moving in Jan 2022 I'm 21 too :3

[@aimemaggie]

super cool! what will you be doing?

[@darlington9738]

Hello, i'm just now finishing this video and i'm obviously inspired, but one thing that really gets me nervous is the thought of getting a job there. I dont know if this is right, but my thought of moving to another country seems only possible if you previously get a job there. How do you manage that? is it hard to get an actual job there?

[@IdleheadOluchi]

This is good stuff- the information. Yet, let’s not draw our attention away from the amazement of this video edits! Damn! Good video edit man

[@aimemaggie]

Thank you! I've been working so hard on better editing this year

[@lawrence2078]

How much would you recommend saving?

[@quoconut5788]

Tell me more ! I’m 21 and trying to move

[@aimemaggie]

I have a whole playlist with paris content and you can always request certain videos if there is something I haven't covered. also feel free to dm on on instagram with specific questions.

[@iraklissarris4630]

you broke it. respect

[@katherinemarsh784]

No. Metro is grungy. Ecoli and Covid.