Expats & Foreigners
Whether you're already living in Alsace or planning your move to Strasbourg, we become your personal assistant for all aspects of life in France.
Property care in Alsace
Someone local to look after your home in Strasbourg & Alsace
Own a home or a second home in Strasbourg, Colmar or elsewhere in Alsace and not always there? We hold the keys, inspect on a schedule, coordinate contractors and repairs, keep utilities and syndic matters in order, and report back to you. Trilingual support in English, French, and German. Free consultation available.
- 8Homes under care
- 48hAverage response time
- 24/7Rapid response network
Who we help
For people who own property in Alsace
We look after homes and apartments in Alsace for their owners: residents who travel a lot and non-residents who live abroad. Expats settling in and families who need wider everyday help are welcome too; for that side of the work we point them to our sister service conciergeservice.fr.
Property Owners
Residents and non-residents who own property in Alsace. We manage everything: maintenance, repairs, utilities, tenant relations, and property administration.
Families with Children
Comprehensive support for families: school enrollment, healthcare, adaptation, and solving all everyday challenges of life in Alsace.
What we do
Property care by subscription
We offer monthly and annual plans for owners: key holding, scheduled inspections, maintenance and contractor coordination, utilities and syndic liaison, with detailed reporting. Pricing depends on the property and the volume of tasks.
Property Management & Maintenance
Complete property care for your home or apartment: scheduled inspections, maintenance coordination, utility management, emergency repairs, and detailed reporting. We ensure your property is always in perfect condition, even when you're away.
Bill Payment & Financial Services
We handle all your French bills: electricity, water, gas, internet, property taxes, and more. We track invoices, organize payments through your preferred channels, and provide transparent monthly reports. Never miss a payment deadline.
School Enrollment & Education
Moving with children? We help enroll your kids in French schools in Strasbourg, Colmar, and throughout Alsace. We handle paperwork, school visits, document translation, and communication with school administration in English or French.
Healthcare & Medical Services
We find and book appointments with family doctors, specialists, dentists, and other healthcare providers. We accompany you to appointments as translators, help with insurance claims, and ensure you receive quality medical care in France.
Translation & Interpretation
Professional translation services for all documents: contracts, medical records, school forms, tax documents, and administrative paperwork. We also provide in-person interpretation for appointments, meetings, and official visits.
Administrative & Bureaucracy
Visa and residence permit applications and renewals, registration at préfecture and mairie, obtaining carte de séjour, accompaniment to government offices, and handling all bureaucratic processes.
Transportation
Help with car purchase, sale, or rental, insurance and registration, technical inspections, organizing repairs and maintenance, and all vehicle-related paperwork.
Repairs & Construction
Finding and coordinating contractors (builders, plumbers, electricians), quality control and deadline management, purchasing materials and furniture, overseeing all renovation projects.
Personal Assistance
Running errands: bill payments, grocery shopping, service bookings. Organizing events, booking tickets, hotels, restaurants. Solving any everyday tasks and challenges.
Emergency Support 24/7
Round-the-clock emergency assistance: coordinating urgent repairs, medical emergencies, property emergencies, and crisis situations. We facilitate rapid response coordination with licensed professionals and emergency services.
Legal Document Coordination
We coordinate with licensed notaries and legal professionals for real estate transactions, rental contracts, wills (testament), family law matters, and other legal document needs. We facilitate document preparation and coordinate with authorized legal representatives.
Why subscription-based service?
- Individual approach: We become your personal assistant and handle tasks of any complexity.
- Time and energy savings: We take care of all routine and complex matters.
- Local expertise: Experience working with French bureaucracy and understanding local Alsatian culture.
- Reliability: We guarantee confidentiality and professionalism.
Format: Monthly and annual subscription plans. Flexible pricing based on your needs and task volume.
Important: We coordinate and facilitate services with licensed professionals. We do not provide legal, financial, medical, or insurance advice directly. All professional services are provided by independent, licensed third parties.
Where we operate
Property care throughout Alsace
We look after properties in Alsace (including Strasbourg, Colmar, Haguenau, Saverne, and surrounding areas within 100km). Whether the property is in Strasbourg or Colmar, we're your local contact for keys, inspections, contractors and property administration.
- Property care coordination and maintenance for homes and apartments
- School enrollment assistance in French schools
- Healthcare coordination and medical appointment booking
- Bill payment services (utilities, taxes, insurance)
- Translation and interpretation services
- Administrative help with préfecture, mairie, and government offices
- Tax assistance and financial planning
- Insurance setup and claims assistance
- 24/7 rapid response network with average 48h response time
- Bilingual support in English and French
*Average response time within Alsace region.
We coordinate independent, licensed professionals where required. French Property Care is a concierge and assistance service. We organize, coordinate, and facilitate services but do not provide licensed professional services directly. We are not a financial institution, legal advisor, medical provider, insurance broker, real estate broker, tax consultant, or security firm.
Our service areas
Alsace Region
- Strasbourg
- Colmar
- Haguenau
- Schiltigheim
- Illkirch-Graffenstaden
- Saverne
- And surrounding areas
Also available
Everyday support for you and your family
Beyond the property itself, the personal-assistant side of life in Alsace is covered by our sister service conciergeservice.fr. The services below are also available through it: school enrollment, healthcare appointments, bills, translation, administration and settling in.
🏠 Property & Home Management
Whether you own or rent, we take care of your property: regular inspections, maintenance coordination, emergency repairs, utility setup, and ongoing property care. Perfect for expats who travel frequently or need peace of mind.
💳 Bill Payment Services
Never miss a payment deadline. We handle electricity, water, gas, internet, phone bills, property taxes, and more. We track all invoices, organize payments, and provide monthly reports. Available in English or French.
🎓 School Enrollment
Moving with children? We help enroll your kids in French schools in Strasbourg, Colmar, and throughout Alsace. We handle paperwork, school visits, document translation, and communication with school administration.
🏥 Healthcare & Medical
We find and book appointments with family doctors (médecin traitant), specialists, dentists, and other healthcare providers. We accompany you as translators, help with insurance claims, and ensure quality medical care.
📄 Translation & Interpretation
Professional translation for contracts, medical records, school forms, tax documents, and administrative paperwork. In-person interpretation for appointments, meetings, préfecture visits, and official communications.
🛡️ Insurance Assistance
We help you navigate French insurance: health insurance (sécurité sociale, mutuelle), home insurance (assurance habitation), car insurance, and more. We assist with claims, paperwork, and finding the right coverage.
📊 Tax & Financial Help
Expert assistance with French tax obligations: income tax declarations, property taxes, tax optimization, and coordination with accountants. We ensure compliance and help minimize your tax burden legally.
📋 Administrative & Bureaucracy
We navigate French bureaucracy for you: préfecture appointments, visa renewals, residence permits, mairie registration, driving license exchange, and all government paperwork. We handle the queues, forms, and follow-ups.
🏦 Banking & Financial Setup
We assist with opening bank accounts, setting up direct debits, understanding French banking, and coordinating with financial institutions. We help you navigate the French financial system with confidence.
🚗 Relocation & Settling-In
Complete relocation support: finding accommodation, setting up utilities, registering with authorities, cultural orientation, and ongoing assistance as you settle into life in Alsace.
Example scenario: A family moving to Strasbourg needs school enrollment for two children, a family doctor, health insurance setup, utility connections, tax registration, and ongoing property care coordination. We handle everything from start to finish.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What expat services do you offer in Alsace?
We provide complete expat support including property care coordination, bill payment services, school enrollment assistance, healthcare coordination, translation services, insurance help, tax assistance, administrative support, and relocation services in Alsace (Strasbourg, Colmar, Haguenau, Saverne, and surrounding areas within 100km).
Can you help enroll my children in French schools in Strasbourg?
Yes, we assist with school enrollment for expat families. We help organize paperwork, coordinate school visits, arrange document translation with professional translators, and facilitate communication with school administration in English or French. We work with schools throughout Alsace.
Do you help find doctors and book medical appointments for expats?
Absolutely. We assist with finding and booking appointments with licensed family doctors, specialists, dentists, and other healthcare providers. We can accompany you as interpreters/translators. All medical services are provided by licensed healthcare professionals.
Can you pay my French bills and manage my property utilities?
Yes, we assist with organizing and tracking bill payments: electricity, water, gas, internet, phone, property taxes, and more. We help organize payments through your preferred channels, track invoices, and provide transparent monthly reports.
Do you provide translation services for expats in France?
Yes, we coordinate professional translation services for contracts, medical records, school forms, tax documents, and administrative paperwork. We arrange in-person interpretation services with certified translators.
Can you help with French taxes and insurance for expats?
Yes, we assist with organizing French tax obligations and coordinate with licensed accountants for tax optimization advice. We also help coordinate with licensed insurance agents for all types of insurance. We facilitate paperwork and coordinate with licensed professionals.
Do you help with prefecture appointments and visa renewals?
Yes, we assist with navigating French bureaucracy: coordinating prefecture appointments, helping organize visa renewals and residence permit applications, facilitating mairie registration, and helping with government paperwork. We coordinate with authorized representatives where required.
What regions do you serve in France?
We specialize in Alsace (Strasbourg, Colmar, Haguenau, Saverne, Schiltigheim, Illkirch-Graffenstaden, and surrounding areas within 100km).
What languages do you support?
We provide bilingual support in English and French for all our services. All communication, documents, and appointments can be handled in your preferred language.
How quickly can you respond to requests?
We maintain a 24/7 rapid response network with an average response time of 48 hours. For urgent matters in Alsace, we can coordinate assistance within 4 hours on average.
How do I get started with your expat services?
Simply complete the contact form on our website or email us at info@privet.fr. Tell us about your needs. We respond within two business days and will create a customized service plan for you.
Do you help businesses with cross-border trade or sourcing in the Rhine region?
That's outside our personal-concierge scope. For cross-border purchasing coordination, contract support and local shipment inspection between France and Germany, our sister practice RhineDesk.com handles business and trade operations in the Upper Rhine.
Contact us
Tell us about your expat needs
Moving to Strasbourg, Colmar, or anywhere in Alsace? Complete the form and we will respond within two business days. Prefer email? Write to info@privet.fr.
- No call centers — speak directly with a dedicated expat support manager.
- Correspondence available in English or French.
- We'll create a customized service plan based on your specific needs.