FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our French CV and cover letter services for English speakers.
Do I need to write my CV in French to work in France?▾
Yes, in the vast majority of cases. French recruiters expect a CV written in impeccable French. Even small errors in spelling, grammar or professional register can disqualify an otherwise strong candidate, a CV is the first filter and it must be beyond reproach.
French CV correction →Is my UK or US résumé format acceptable in France?▾
No. French CVs follow specific conventions: A4 format, a professional photo is standard, no "objective statement", and a very different structure from UK or US résumés. We adapt your document to French norms.
See UK/US vs. French differences →What is the difference between a cover letter and a lettre de motivation?▾
A French lettre de motivation is more formal than an English cover letter. It has a strict 3-part structure, uses a specific formal opening and a mandatory closing formula ("Veuillez agréer..."). Writing it like an English cover letter is one of the most common mistakes that get applications rejected in France.
French cover letter correction →How long does correction take?▾
Standard delivery is 48 business hours. A rush option (under 24h) is available for most services at an additional charge.
What is the price?▾
Price is calculated per page: €65 / page (standard correction), €85 / page (full writing), €95 / page (translation). 1 page = 3,000 characters or 500 words, whichever comes first. The exact price is displayed automatically after you upload your document, no commitment required.
Get a free quote →Are corrections done by a human or by AI?▾
All corrections are done by a human expert. No AI tools are used. Your document is read, corrected and returned by an experienced French language professional with 10+ years of CV correction experience.
Is my document kept confidential?▾
Yes. Your document is used solely for the correction. It is never shared, sold or used to train any AI model. Your data is handled under GDPR.
Do you work on CVs for Switzerland and Luxembourg?▾
Yes. We specialise in adapting CVs to the norms of French-speaking Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne) and Luxembourg. These markets have specific requirements (photo, Permis G, multilingual section for Luxembourg) that differ from standard French CVs.
CV for Switzerland → or CV for Luxembourg →