France
France is one of the more LGBTQ+ friendly countries in the world (see LGBT Equality Index), offering a high standard of living, robust legal protections, and comprehensive healthcare for transgender individuals. Overall, France provides a relatively safe and inclusive environment for trans people.
Why France?
France is
Political situation for trans people
Access to trans health care
Immigration policy
U.S. citizens can enter France visa-free for 90 days, but need a visa or residence permit for longer stays.
Permanent Residence Permit
Citizenship Pathway
There are two main pathways to obtaining French citizenship as an immigrant, each with specific requirements:
Naturalization
Citizenship by Marriage
Languages Spoken
Community & Social Support
LGBTQ+ Friendly Cities
Trans-Friendly Cities (descending in popularity)
Support Groups
Further resources
This is a list of resources and service providers in France: https://trans-resources.info/en/resources/europe/france
Cost of Living
Housing Access & Cost
Internet Access & Cost
Law Enforcement ("How bad are the cops?")
Censorship Concerns
Ease of Travel to Other Countries
- France is part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel to 26 European countries.
- Trains, budget airlines, and buses make travel cheap and easy.
- EU residency may allow work rights in other European countries.