3 Things About the French Postal System: La Poste
Expat Living and Real EstateWhether you are a visitor or a resident in France, you may need to visit a post office. The system is surprisingly efficient given the fact that it is operated by a heavily unionized workforce. La Poste does offer a large number of services online – here is the website.
However, if you need to use the French postal system here are three things you should know:
- Expect a line-up
- Opening hours are limited in small towns
- The post office might be in a beautiful building
Here is a story from Ginger and Nutmeg to learn more about La Poste.
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