Getting set up in terms of telecommunications is probably one of the first things you should take care of. I remember, on my second day in Toulouse, I marched all the way to an Orange shop by Esquirol and purchased a SIM card & internet box. Why Orange? Because I used them in London and was happy with their services. They also had an English-speaking hotline.
This article is a first approah about telecommuncations in France. For more info :
- Here is the article on Mobile Phone Subscriptions In France
- And here you’ll find the one about Internet Subscriptions in France
Do you need a landline for the internet in France?
Like in most countries, yes, you do. Your provider will give you a landline, but whether you choose to connect a phone is up to you. Most French people use mobile phones, landlines are only more popular with the older age demographic.
How much does the internet cost per month in France?
It depends which provider you choose and plans usually range from 15€ to 50€.
Check out our article on Internet Subscriptions, we cover everything you need to know.
How fast is the internet in France?
Pretty decent! Most places have fiber, you can check your (future) address here or here
Which mobile network is the best in France?
In France, there are multiple providers. You have likely already come across Orange, SFR, Bouygues and Free, but you’ve probably also seen advertising for other providers like RED and Sosh. We wrote an article on Mobile Phone Subscriptions in France, have a look!
What are the main French networks?
- Orange is the main network with customer service advisors and physical locations → Sosh operates on the Orange network, but is online-based only and you manage everything from an online portal
- SFR is the main network with customer service advisors and physical locations → RED operates on the SFR network, but is online-based only and you manage everything from an online portal
- Bouygues is the main network with customer service advisors and physical locations → B&YOU operates on the Bouygues network, but is online-based only and you manage everything from an online portal
Traditional providers offer full contracts, usually including television and a personal customer service. The savvy user will probably want to go with a subsidiary as it’s much cheaper. The only downside is that you’ll need to chat with an advisor rather than to speak with one.