NAFTA and opening a bank-account in France

Discussion in 'Western Europe' started by LafayetteBis, Aug 6, 2018.

  1. LafayetteBis

    LafayetteBis Well-Known Member Past Donor

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    For Yanks only.

    If you are an American arriving in France, and even one already living here, you know what a pain in the derriere it is to open a Bank Account in France.

    I have two accounts, since time immemorial, and both Banks treat me badly. One will not provide any help whatsoever as regards investing - so my money just lies there at the minimum rate in a checking account.

    So, when I came across this piece over the Internet, about French law in the matter, I decided to share it here. In a word, once you have been refused opening an account, this is what you do (from here):
    What is proof of residence? An electricity bill, a property rental contract, or purchase of a house, or the contract you and your employer signed.

    We Yanks are not out of the crapola yet given that the US maintains - for incomes above $100K a year - dual taxation is a reality.

    Write to your state representatives in Congress! Who wont give a damn ...
     
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  2. kazenatsu

    kazenatsu Well-Known Member Past Donor

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    Yes, this is a serious issue.

    You might start a thread about it in the Budget & Taxes section.
     

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