champacs
French and English expat in Reunion Island
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About me
French and English
Lives in Sainte Marie
Speaks English, French, Reunion Creole
Registration: 23 November 2010
Private carer/aide domicile 30yrs experience by Ramplingwest
eveningwhen submitting my CV is it in English or French please. I am English with a fair understanding of the French language having lived in France previously. Many thanks in advance 馃檹
When submitting where/to whom? Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
Maybe they will one day! Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
There is currently no English-medium secondary or even primary schools on the island, there are only a handful of English-medium kindergartens/nursery schools.And I'm not aware of any English-medium programmes at the university either. Read More
Requirements needed to move over to Reunion island by mygussie2019
My name is Anthonia Austine, my husband is currently living in Mauritius, but planning to move to reunion island, what are the requirements needed for him to move over?
You will need to do more research, but as a US citizen and depsite the Belgium residency permit, I suspect that she may need to get a specific student visa for her time in Reunion (due to Reunion not being part of the Schengen area). Read More
Imigrating to Reunion by nicobase
Dearest,I am a Belgium (EU) citizen.My girlfriend is Lithouanian (EU) citizen working for the European commissian and we are thinking on immigrating to La Reunion in a few years.She will be keeping her job to continue on Reunion.We don't speak very ...
I would suggest using the "few years" you mention to brush up your French and make it more fluent.It won't be easy to get a job here without speaking fluent French, although of couse you could work remotely. Read More
Requirements needed to move over to Reunion island by mygussie2019
My name is Anthonia Austine, my husband is currently living in Mauritius, but planning to move to reunion island, what are the requirements needed for him to move over?
Unfortunately since Brexit, and bearing in mind that Reunion is not part of the Schengen area, you are now limited to (I think) a stay of only 3 months after arrival.Since Brexit British passports are now stamped with entry (and exit) dates. Read More
English Speaking Kids Groups by Gerryof
Hi,Myself , my wife and two kids moved to Entre-Deux in July. We hope to stay on this lovely island for a few years. The kids are enrolled in the local primary school . We'd love to know if there are any english speaking clubs or social groups for 3 ...
AFAIK they organise formal but also informal gatherings for all ages, you'd really have to contact them (ask for Daniela) to find out more Read More
English Speaking Kids Groups by Gerryof
Hi,Myself , my wife and two kids moved to Entre-Deux in July. We hope to stay on this lovely island for a few years. The kids are enrolled in the local primary school . We'd love to know if there are any english speaking clubs or social groups for 3 ...
I don't know about Entre Deux itself, but you could contact "K'Osez" in Saint-Pierre. Read More
Travel to Reunion Island for 1 month by Mogeenee
Hi Everyone,I will be travelling to Reunion Island from Mauritius in November. I am a Mauritian Citizen. What are the required documents at the Airport plz?I already have my accomodation letter. Is a travel insurance mandatory? If yes, grateful to ...
For the required documents you really need to contact the French Embassy in Mauritius to be sure. Read More
Requirements needed to move over to Reunion island by mygussie2019
My name is Anthonia Austine, my husband is currently living in Mauritius, but planning to move to reunion island, what are the requirements needed for him to move over?
The best (and I would say only) place to get reliable information about your situation will be from the Prefecture of Reunion. You should call to make an appointment with the Service des Etrangers. Read More
Living in Reunion Island by GOrwell
I have a British passport. Now that the UK has left the EU, would I have to leave Reunion Island after 90 days, or can I extend my visa and possibly get a permanent residence.
As far as I'm aware, if you don't have a carte de s茅jour (residence permit) you will only be allowed to stay in Reunion for 90 days before having to leave Read More
Renewal of my document by tokunboolajubu46
Hi, please is it possible for me to come over to R茅union with my expired care de resident and my titre de voyage for renewal? Thanks
I would think you would not be allowed into Reunion.You would need to get them renewed at the French Embassy or Consulate nearest to where you live *before* coming. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us ...
@leila1142 The possibilities of applying to live and work in Reunion will really depend on your nationality.If you have a non-European passport, the best and surest way of finding out reliable information will be to contact a French Embassy, e.g. ... Read More
Working Visa requirement by GuestPoster14112
Good day allI found permanent employment on the island effective as of 01 October, so my wife and I will be moving from South聽Africa to Reunion Island asap, but...my prospective employer seems to be struggling with the following visa ...
You or your employer should check out https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F2728 and/or they should also phone the Direction du Travail https://reunion.deets.gouv.fr/Nous-contacter,8384, but this is really stuff that your employer ... Read More
Working Visa requirement by GuestPoster14112
Good day allI found permanent employment on the island effective as of 01 October, so my wife and I will be moving from South聽Africa to Reunion Island asap, but...my prospective employer seems to be struggling with the following visa ...
Is your employer based in Reunion, South Africa, or elsewhere?I would have thought the work permit is straightforward enough for the employer to obtain if they're based in Reunion (or even mainland France) in that they need to provide French ... Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
Writing the name of Reunion Island correctly would probably be a good start. Read More
Looking for English speaking meet ups by anahumljak
Hi everyone, I have been on the island for 3 months now and even though I speak French fluently I really miss hanging out with a coffee/beer and speaking English :) I'm from Croatia and living in La Possession atm but will be moving to St Pierre ...
I've just sent you a private message. Read More
Looking for English speaking meet ups by anahumljak
Hi everyone, I have been on the island for 3 months now and even though I speak French fluently I really miss hanging out with a coffee/beer and speaking English :) I'm from Croatia and living in La Possession atm but will be moving to St Pierre ...
I've just sent you a private message. Read More
Master's Programme at Reunion University - free as EU national? by curiousperson
I am an EU national who wants to pursue a Master's abroad. I have considere studying in France due to their low tuition fees. Since Reunion is part of the Europe's outermost regions and as such part of the EU, I wonder if I will be ...
I agree with organza that you really need to contact the University. See https://www.univ-reunion.fr/international/venir-etudier-a-la-reunion Read More
Books in English by WorldLife
Good morning, all. I am looking to buy/borrow books in English. I can read in French, of course, but I prefer to read for pleasure on my mother tongue. Libraries? Bookstores? Thank you.
I live in the north and in the FNAC at Duparc Sainte Marie they have a small selection of books in English (see photo from last November at https://photos.app.goo.gl/3J9ghVzaPHWC8p1X8). It could be the same in the FNAC nearest where you live (the ... Read More
life on Reunion Island
Hello Gregory Questions like these have often been asked before. I would suggest you have a look at previous threads and see if you still have any questions afterwards. Read More
Resident permit
You need to contact the Prefecture of Reunion for all visa-related questions Read More
Life on the island... by 00deluxe00
Hey, I am new here and I would like to get some information about R茅union Island. My questions fits into more categories, so I decided put all in one new topis. At first - I am citizen of EU so I think do not need any visa etc. If anyone can ...
Christine, You're replying to a very old thread (2011/2012). I no longer think there's any requirement to show a return flight ticket (not sure there ever was one for EU citizens). However do be aware that Reunion is NOT part of the Schengen ... Read More
Mould problem in Reunion island
More context to your question would be useful, but I agree with Gloomielle, no particular mould problems here. Read More
Availability of advanced placement courses
Hello What exactly do you mean by French Advanced Placement exam? I've never heard of it. What level is it? Have you tried contacting the university? Read More
Moving to Reunion
I'm not South African, but a few questions to get the ball rolling: Do you already speak French? Do you have jobs? Do you know where you'll be living, or would like to live? Read More
Moving
Hi Jelenalgor, This is a fairly common theme/request; if you look at previous posts you can see some of the advice that's been given, and ask any questions later if you still have any. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
@Annayuliana You have a 25-page PDF downloadable guide available at http://www.univ-reunion.fr/fileadmin/Fichiers/Relations_internationales/venir_etudier_reunion/guide.pdf Read More
Engineer
Only if you speak fluent French and have French engineering qualifications. Read More
Looking for an international school by Clairolivia
Hi, I live now in Abu Dhabi, UAE but I'm thinking about the relocation in Reunion island. Is there an international school in Reunion island? My son is 14 years old, he's French but never lived in France. He goes always to International ...
There's no international school in Reunion, and as far as I'm aware there's no way of doing the IB in Reunion, other than by correspondance. Read More
Conocer espa帽oles / Connaitre des Spagnols / Meet Spanish people by ignacio.sernandez
French and English will follow: Hola a todos! Acabo de encontrar esta p谩gina pero veo que los mensajes son de hace ya un tiempecillo. Me llamo Nacho y a finales de a帽o me mudar茅 a La Reuni贸n con mi novia (ella es de all铆). ...
You also have this group on Facebook: Conspiraci贸n de Ib茅ricos en RUN974: Este y Oeste https://www.facebook.com/groups/244722875597556/ Read More
Car insurance Repair
Hi Is your topic aimed at Reunion or Mauritius? It's just that I noticed your location is in Mauritius. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hello Michael, I think before you do anything else you need to make a trip to Reunion to see whether you like the place; you'd get a better idea of the cost of living and where you'd potentially like to live. Read More
Paper Bags
Have you done any market research on the viability of your project? Re-usable bags are already widely available in the shops here. Read More
Moi, danish person. Visa/ workpermit by CANARYDENMARK
Dear people :) Hopefully u guys can help me out here, 'cause this is a bit confusing. I'm planning to move to Reunion. My plan is to stay in Reunion on a permanent basis. I'm a danish person, holding a Degree in linguistics, currently ...
Given that Denmark is a member of the EU, IMO you shouldn't need to register at the Prefecture but you could always go there when you get here and see what they say. Read More
Moi, danish person. Visa/ workpermit by CANARYDENMARK
Dear people :) Hopefully u guys can help me out here, 'cause this is a bit confusing. I'm planning to move to Reunion. My plan is to stay in Reunion on a permanent basis. I'm a danish person, holding a Degree in linguistics, currently ...
Hi I agree with ErikBerge, as an EU citizen in theory you don't need a work visa or permit, however don't forget that Reunion is not part of the Schengen area and I'm not sure where Denmark stands in relation to the Schengen ... Read More
Holidays on the Island
http://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowForum-g293826-i10415-Reunion_Island.html Read More
Holidays on the Island
You should take a look at the Trip advisor forum for Reunion, there's lots of info about travel there. Best time IMO would be April or October. Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
IMO no local schools are used to non-French speaking students. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Kate Try - lequotidien.re and - clicanoo.re as well for accommodation. Read More
Tips for getting your first job in Reunion Island
I have to agree with christ974 on this one. Read More
Moving to Reunion to study abroad for a year at the university
For housing try also lequotidien.re and clicanoo.re Is the university not taking care of your accommodation? Read More
French Lessons needed by AWhy
Hi there Does anyone know of someone who speaks English, that can teach me French. I have been here for a while now but its taking longer to pick up than I thought it would
Hi Can you remind us what part of the island you're in? Are you looking for private one-on-one lessons? There are companies that give French as a foreign language lessons too. The free alternative would be to exchange an hour of English ... Read More
I need English mother language people
@Christine - I already am. Read More
I need English mother language people
I'm a professional French to English translator. You can contact me via my website: smart-translate.info/ Read More
Finding it hard to learn French. by Jason1973
Hi, Sat here wondering if I am the only person finding it hard to learn French. Does anyone have any advice for improving my confidence and stop shying away from speaking French? hopefully shortly I will be spending some time being totally ...
For learning French (not so much speaking) have you listened to RFI's "Easy French news"? See "Journal en fran莽ais facile" here: http://www1.rfi.fr/lfen/statiques/accueil.asp Read More
What are the requirements/procedure to obtain the study permit?
Hi Antonia If you want to Student at the University see here for info about direct applications: http://www.univ-reunion.fr/university-of-reunion-island/applying-to-university-of-reunion-island/direct-applications/. There's also information ... Read More
life in Reunion Island.
See clicanoo.re or - leboncoin.fr/annonces/offres/reunion/ for accommodation rental prices Read More
Want to move to Reunion by wravenant
Hi everyone We are currently living in South Africa. I am a South African, and my wife is a US citizen. We have a 3 year old daughter who speaks English, Afrikaans and French. We are selling our business here and we are thinking of moving to ...
Hi 1) Check out clicanoo.re or http://www.leboncoin.fr/annonces/offres/reunion/ for accommodation rental prices 2) I'm not sure on this point, maybe someone else can help you out, I don't know how easy it is to convert a tourist visa to a ... Read More
sushis by mel_motur
Hello everyone, I am new on the island, living in the Tampon, I would like to know where we could buy some nice sushis. I am addicted to it and haven't found anything yet. Thx. Coucou 脿 tous, Je suis nouvelle sur l'卯le, je vis au ...
Hi I don't know anywhere in the south of Reunion that does them, but if you come to the north you have a couple of options: Wasabi and Fujiya Japanese restaurants in St Denis town centre, and the Mon Sushi chain - there's one in St ... Read More
Giving away books in English by champacs
I've been given some books in English which I'm giving away: 0373889046 Kay Thomas Bulletproof Texas (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0373888236 Ann Voss Peterson Wyoming Manhunt (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0863340547 Roger Smith ...
Jason - My userID on Bookmooch is "champacs" too if you want to have a look at my full list of available books there. Read More
Giving away books in English by champacs
I've been given some books in English which I'm giving away: 0373889046 Kay Thomas Bulletproof Texas (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0373888236 Ann Voss Peterson Wyoming Manhunt (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0863340547 Roger Smith ...
Here's an updated list of books: 0373889046 Kay Thomas Bulletproof Texas (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0373888236 Ann Voss Peterson Wyoming Manhunt (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0863340547 Roger Smith Jet ... Read More
german-speaking 29-year old girl moves to Reunion in Sept 14 by juliaaaha
Hi everyone, I will be moving to Reunion in a couple of weeks. As it will be hard for me to leave back my friends at home, I was wondering if there is someone who wants to meet up once in a while to do some sports, to go shopping or just to chat a ...
@Tom, Have you heard of ACAR? (Amis de la Culture Allemande de la R茅union). German speakers (native and otherwise) meet up from time to time to speak German. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Steinivalda, I'm going to be brutally honest: IMO if you don't speak fluent French there's very little chance either of will (ever) find a job in Reunion. As you've mentioned yourself, unemployment is high here, and there's ... Read More
Coming to Reunion Island by ben1402
Hi Everyone, I am planning to come to Reunion Island on the 13/12/14. I would like to find an accommodation and a guide to help me around in the island. Any advice to proceed or any help would be much appreciated. Regards Ben
Try contacting http://www.experience-reunion.re or http://www.englishrosetravel-reunionisland.com or http://www.toursreunion.com. Check out the Reunion forum on Trip Advisor too http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g293826-i10415-Reunion_Island.html Read More
Renting a house in Montgaillard -Saint Denis
Have you also tried looking at the ads at clicanoo? Read More
European projects
The University here has had an Erasmus student exchange programme since about 1991. Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
Hi Evadnee To teach in a public school in Reunion you need to pass a competitive exam and obtain a qualification called a CAPES. There are two private high schools, Lycee St Charles and Lycee Levavasseur that might hire someone without a CAPES but ... Read More
Auto entrepreneur Vs; Micro entreprise ??
What did you choose in the end? Read More
where to watch world cup games
If you're in or near St Gilles I think the bar on the port (can't remember its name but its underneath the 'Titty Twister') shows a lot of matches. Read More
Do and don't in the Reunion Island by expat.com
Are you living in the Reunion Island? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Reunion Island? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
Make sure you always greet all your colleagues when you arrive at work in the morning! Very important! Read More
Do and don't in the Reunion Island by expat.com
Are you living in the Reunion Island? We need you to share your experience of the local customs :) Is it difficult to adjust to the local customs in the Reunion Island? Could you please share with us a list of the [b] do's and don't's in the ...
I wrote a blog post a while back about what NOT to do in Reunion - you can read it here: http://travelssmart.blogspot.com/p/what-not-to-do-in-reunion.html Read More
Resource for learners of French by champacs
A podcast for intermediate French learners is "The News in Slow French" newsinslowfrench.com. The hosts cover one important news story, then discuss a few grammar points.
You could always try - ilang.fr/-french-courses-in-reunion-island-and-online-. They do French-as-a-foreign-language courses. Read More
Challenges of moving to Reunion
Hi Temika IMO there's one basic prerequisite for moving here and that's the ability to speak (fluent) French. It definitely makes life a lot easier and less frustrating. Read More
New members of the Reunion Island forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Reunion Island forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...
Hi Papyrus It rather depends whether you're looking for a "trailing spouse" social life & activities or not? champacs Read More
Situation in Reunion Island by Johangir
Hi Everyone! I'm Jonathan from the UK and I have just moved here with my wife Ilvira and our 2 young children - Byron 6yo and Edith 2yo. In the UK I ran a IT Consultancy business specializing in SharePoint solutions - we moved here due to my wife's ...
Once you've settled in you could well find that you experience the 'cycle of sameness' here... I know I certainly do. Read More
Situation in Reunion Island by Johangir
Hi Everyone! I'm Jonathan from the UK and I have just moved here with my wife Ilvira and our 2 young children - Byron 6yo and Edith 2yo. In the UK I ran a IT Consultancy business specializing in SharePoint solutions - we moved here due to my wife's ...
Julian you say that "whilst in France my wife missed being in the UK" - if you move here that will be exacerbated x10. Read More
French Lessons
Hi Giovanni The only organisation I know of in Reunion who give French as a foreign language lessons is www.ilang.fr. Apparently they also have online courses. HTH Catharine Read More
Stone
Hi Rasheed Try downloading this business directory: http://www.reunion-directory.com/reunion_directory_2013.pdf. It lists a lot of different companies in Reunion and you might find one interested in your products. Read More
Reunion on the BBC by champacs
BBC Radio 4's 'From Our Own Correspondant' programme had a report from Reunion this week. You can listen to the programme at: bbc.co.uk/programmes/b03brwqs. The part about Reunion starts at 11'38" and lasts for about 5 minutes. There's a year left ...
Hi Julian Have you had a look at this Investor's Guide by Nexa Reunion? http://www.nexa.re/lagence-nexa/publications/detail-publication/article/investin-reunion-guide-de-linvestisseur-2013.html Catharine Read More
TEFL Tutor by RJB
Hello! I have recently moved with my wife to Reunion, her home country, and I am looking for a job as a TEFL tutor. I have just completed a TEFL qualification and I am looking to teach at schools, businesses and do 1-2-1 lessons. We are currently ...
Hi Julian Just chipping in here with comments about the work situation: "qualifications over experience" is a typically French attitude and not specific to Reunion. Also bear in mind that Reunion has the highest unemployment of any European ... Read More
Auto entrepreneur Vs; Micro entreprise ??
Check out this article which says it all better than I could: http://www.french-property.com/guides/france/working-in-france/micro-entreprise-auto-entrepreneur/ Personally I'm an Autoentrepreneur, though I don't teach TEFL. Read More
Long term visa process?
If you're a US citizen you don't need a visa for a stay of less than 90 days in Reunion (see http://www.consulfrance-newyork.org/Do-I-need-a-visa). However for a longer stay it'd probably be best for you to contact the French Consulate in California ... Read More
Vegetarian
Tropical fruit like pineapple, lychees, bananas and mangoes are grown on the island. Other fruit like citrus or stone fruit are not suitable for the climate so are imported. Some vegetables are grown locally e.g. lettuce, bell peppers, tomatoes etc. ... Read More
looking for a job as a canyoning guide
Hi Luis If you go to the Reunion tourism website reunion.fr (it has an English version) and search for 'canyoning' it will bring up a list of canyoning operators who IMO you should contact individually to see if they have any job vacancies. As far ... Read More
Doing business in the Reunion Island by Julien
Hi, are foreign investors welcome in the Reunion Island? Is it complicated to register a company in the Reunion Island? What is the procedure? What is the corporate tax rate in the Reunion Island? Is it easy to recruit? Any advice ...
Hi Rajat You should download this document for a start: http://www.nexa.re/uploads/media/Nexa_Guide.Investisseur_ANGLAIS_septembre13_WEB.pdf and take it from there. Read More
Reunion on the BBC by champacs
BBC Radio 4's 'From Our Own Correspondant' programme had a report from Reunion this week. You can listen to the programme at: bbc.co.uk/programmes/b03brwqs. The part about Reunion starts at 11'38" and lasts for about 5 minutes. There's a year left ...
Hi George There's not a lot of tourist info in English on the web about R茅union but you could start here: http://www.reunion.fr/en/home.html http://www.lonelyplanet.com/reunion http://wikitravel.org/en/Reunion See also on my own blog ... Read More
seriously considering Reunion
Hi Pirate A couple of points to bear in mind: Do you, your partner or children speak French? Life's difficult here if you don't. Is your or your partner's work web-based i.e. with clients overseas? (I'm a translator myself). Locally unemployment ... Read More
English Primay and High Schools in Reunion Island? by lotsofplaces
We are currently living abroad and are thinking of relocating to Reunion Island. Are there any English Primary and High schools?
Two possibilities for contact details: (1) go to http://www.onisep.fr/Mes-infos-regionales/La-Reunion/Publications/En-telechargement and click on "R茅pertoire des Lyc茅es, des CFA et des MFR 脿 La R茅union" which will download a PDF file with contact ... Read More
Resource for learners of French by champacs
A podcast for intermediate French learners is "The News in Slow French" newsinslowfrench.com. The hosts cover one important news story, then discuss a few grammar points.
Here's a (slightly tongue-in-cheek) article about "Ten free and easy ways to learn French": thelocal.fr/galleries/culture/top-ten-tips-how-to-learn-french. Read More
French classes an pottery painting
Hi and welcome to Reunion. For the French lessons you could always try http://www. ilang.fr. For the pottery or glass painting you could always try and see with some of the military wives who live at La Montagne, I think they may have ... Read More
A safe place in the world by Agritecture2013
In search of a safe place to raise children and garden peacefully!
You have a British passport, but what about your wife (and children if you already have children)? You will need fairly fluent French to work and get by here - there's not much that caters for non-French speakers here. Read More
Reunion on the BBC
BBC Radio 4's 'From Our Own Correspondant' programme had a report from Reunion this week. You can listen to the programme at: bbc.co.uk/programmes/b03brwqs. The part about Reunion starts at 11'38" and lasts for about 5 minutes. There's a year left ... Read More
Resource for learners of French
A podcast for intermediate French learners is "The News in Slow French" newsinslowfrench.com. The hosts cover one important news story, then discuss a few grammar points. Read More
Help
In St Denis the address of the CGSS is 4 Boulevard Doret. As far as I'm aware you will need to have worked (in France/Reunion) to get a Securit茅 sociale number (I presume that's what you mean by a "national isurance number"), but I might be ... Read More
Looking for French Lessons by fijispacerider
Hi, I just wondered if anyone could recommend a language school? I'd like to come for 2 months and intensively learn French. Best regards, Fiona
Try http://www.ilang.fr "Learning French in Reunion Island" Read More
Moving to Reunion
When you call the Embassy do bear in mind that "octroi de mer" is specific to the French overseas departments - they might not know what it is. On leaving Korea we were asked for a certificate of change of residence (鈮坈ertificat de ... Read More
Moving to Reunion
Have you queried the French Embassy in the UK about this? I thought the 'certificat de demenagement' was only for those moving from somewhere else in France, and is delivered by the municipality where they're moving from. It could be that out of ... Read More
Get-together to June
Hi Aur茅lie As this will be held at someone's house for security reasons I don't want to post the address or directions publicly. Read More
Get-together to June
I'm thinking of organising an English speakers' get-together at some point in June, before people head off for the winter/summer holidays in July/August. I've sent an e-mail today to those I have addresses for. If you're interested but haven't ... Read More
Looking for a french teacher in La Possession by KasiaP
Hello, I have recently moved to La Reunion and I am looking for someone to practice my french with. La Possession would be ideal place for me to meet but I can also travel to Saint-Denis. Merci, Kasia
Hi Kasia You might be interested by this company I've just come across on the web: ilang.fr "French courses in Reunion island and online". Read More
Considering the move to reunion
You might find that this previous forum post: /forum/viewtopic.php?id=217880 replies to some of your questions. Read More
Giving away books in English
I've been given some books in English which I'm giving away: 0373889046 Kay Thomas Bulletproof Texas (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0373888236 Ann Voss Peterson Wyoming Manhunt (Larger Print Harlequin Intrigue) 0863340547 Roger Smith ... Read More
looking to meet english speakers in reunion by carolp
Hi, I'm a Canadian girl and have moved here with my husband few months ago. We are living in St Leu and I would like to meet other English speakers since i'm not doing a lot here. Please feel free to send me email to arrange meeting. thanks
Talking about festivities St Patrick's, I'm not Irish but I remember a few years ago going to the St Hubert in St Denis who had widely advertised a St Patrick's evening. But when we got there there was no special food or drinks, there was some ... Read More
looking to meet english speakers in reunion by carolp
Hi, I'm a Canadian girl and have moved here with my husband few months ago. We are living in St Leu and I would like to meet other English speakers since i'm not doing a lot here. Please feel free to send me email to arrange meeting. thanks
The last weekend of March is Easter this year, and it's also a long weekend. It might be better to get together the following weekend. Catharine Read More
Looking for English Books by marktheshark
I'm looking for any stores that might sell English books, preferably second hand since I like the old stuff mostly and don't want to spend much. Otherwise, any of you have any old Sci Fi books you want to swop maybe? Or that I can buy off you? I'm ...
Hi Mark Unlike some other places it's probably easier to find new books rather than second hand ones on R茅union. The only second hand bookshop I know personally is La Bouquinerie, 5 rue Laferriere, St Denis (although I think there are two others in ... Read More
looking to meet english speakers in reunion by carolp
Hi, I'm a Canadian girl and have moved here with my husband few months ago. We are living in St Leu and I would like to meet other English speakers since i'm not doing a lot here. Please feel free to send me email to arrange meeting. thanks
Great to see everyone today and finally put a face to some names! Look forward to doing it again at some point. Catharine Read More
looking to meet english speakers in reunion by carolp
Hi, I'm a Canadian girl and have moved here with my husband few months ago. We are living in St Leu and I would like to meet other English speakers since i'm not doing a lot here. Please feel free to send me email to arrange meeting. thanks
I'll try not to arrive last then (with the flag) ;-) Read More