Baguette Bound

An American family who moved to France and now shows other families how, on video, in writing and in one-on-one consults.

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The home page of Baguette Bound — baguettebound.com, seen on October 29, 2026

What they cover

Consults and visa assistance. One-on-one help to plan a move or a sabbatical in France.
A YouTube channel. For families who want to slow travel France while working remote or freelance.
A blog. Long stay travel, living and working in France with kids, and the French lifestyle.

Why we list them

Baguette Bound is Jason and Raina, an American family settled in rural France since 2022. Their YouTube channel, blog and one on one consults help Americans plan the move, build a long stay visa file and get through the first renewal.

Our guides on the subject

How to Move to France from the US: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide for Americans (2026)Moving to France from the US, in order: the visa and its income test, the consulate file, then OFII, housing, a bank, healthcare and taxes. 2026 figures.
How to Get a France Long-Stay Visa as an American: The Complete Guide to Getting Approved (2026)Everything U.S. citizens need to apply for a French long-stay visa in 2026: visa types, required documents, timelines, and what to do after arrival.
How to Renew Your French Residence Permit as an American: Carte de Séjour Renewal Step by StepWhen to start your carte de séjour renewal, what you are actually renewing, the documents required, the visiteur case, and what to expect while you wait.
How to Enroll Your Kids in French Public School as an American Expat (2026)French public school is free and compulsory from age 3. Your address decides the school, and enrollment starts at the mairie, not at the school itself.