The French government is planning to charge American expats differently for healthcare—here's what's changing and who it affects.
France has long offered one of the world's best healthcare systems to residents, including expats. But that's shifting. The French government is planning new fees specifically for American expats accessing the public healthcare system, a move that breaks from decades of equal treatment.
This matters if you're an American living in France on a long-stay visa, a resident permit, or as a citizen. The specifics—what you'll pay, when it kicks in, and whether it applies to all Americans or only certain visa categories—are still being finalized. Until the rules are published in the official journal, you won't know your exact liability.
The French government is planning new fees specifically for American expats—breaking from decades of equal treatment.
What to do now: if you're already in France, contact your local CPAM (Caisse Primaire d'Assurance Maladie) office to confirm your current coverage status and ask whether these new fees will affect you. If you're planning a move to France, factor potential healthcare costs into your budget and ask your relocation advisor or visa consultant whether the new American expat fees will apply to your specific situation. Don't assume your healthcare costs will stay the same.
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