Thanks for the great advice on my case, I agree: classic hen and egg situation Taking Pierre's advice I will aim to work part time at the beginning, say 15 hours a week aiming to earn 900 euros. However I will drop this job once my husband receives his "Carte de Sejour" / work permit. If m...

I've been doing a lot of research since I intend to move to France with my husband soon and from what I can see the information and advice you have been given is entirely correct. Your husband will be asked to show that he entered France legally ie held a Schengen visa, he should have applied for a ...