Support to settle in
Welcome to Dunkirk!
The people from the Nord are true to their reputation and you’ll see that they’ll do absolutely everything to make you feel at home right away. Whether it’s to find a job for your partner, to get a helping hand in finding accommodation or simply to meet future friends.
- Greater Dunkirk Urban Council
The Greater Dunkirk Urban Council has recently launched a new website to help families moving here in a professional capacity to settle in. You will find advice, testimonials, ideas for outings as well as plenty of practical information to make your move easier.
See: https://www.jeminstalleadunkerque.fr/je-m-installe
Do you need help with your paperwork? There is a team specifically set up to help newcomers to settle in. Don’t hesitate to get in touch:
> Telephone: 03 28 62 70 00
> Email: jeminstalleadunkerque@cud.fr
- Hauts de Flandre Greater District Council
The 40 towns of the Hauts de Flandre Greater District Council give you a warm welcome! The various town halls are an excellent starting point for getting know other people and the services and activities happening in your new place to residence.
> Go to: https://www.cchf.fr/
- The AVF
You can also rely on the Accueil des Villes Françaises (a French association dedicated to welcoming newcomers) which organises many activities to help you to integrate into your new surroundings and make acquaintances. You can contact this association on 06 84 54 88 02 or visit them at the Leughenaer tower in Dunkirk.
> You can also email them using this address: avf.dunkerque@gmail.com
