Pearl of the purest lake in Europe: high quality of life and proximity to Geneva.

Annecy

Haute-Savoie (74) Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Working in Geneva: permits G, LAMal, taxation and unemployment

28active local organizations
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2026-06verification of the local guide
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2Organize its transportsCheck urban subscription, TER and journeys to work or study.
3Understanding the path of careSave the 15 and the 112, then open the adapted CPAM guide.
4Identify public servicesRegister the town hall, France Services and the prefecture from the catalogue.
5Putting housing in serviceInsurance, electricity, water and internet after handing over the keys.

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For whom

Families, cross-border, nature lovers and outdoor activities.

Cost of living

High demand and high prices (tourism and Geneva attraction).

Housing

Tensile market — high demand and tourist rental.

  • Centre and docks — expensive
  • Peripherals and lake communities
  • Prepare tenant and guarantor file

Transport

Sibra network; seasonal lake shuttles; close to Geneva.

  • Sibra Bus
  • Annecy station — TER and TGV
  • Transfers to Geneva and the airport

Employment and universities

Tourism, services, cross-border to Switzerland.

  • Tourism and hotels
  • Many active people working in Geneva
  • France Travail Haute-Savoie

Healthcare

Annecy Genevois Hospitaller Centre (CHANGE).

  • CPAM de Haute-Savoie
  • Doctors of the city and lake

Family and children

High standard of living, access to the lake and the mountain.

  • Schools and out-of-school
  • CAF de Haute-Savoie

Official bodies

Administrative points of Annecy.

  • Annecy Town Hall
  • Préfecture de la Haute-Savoie
  • France Services Annecy

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it expensive?

Accommodation is expensive (tourism and Geneva); prepare your budget in advance.

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Prefecture

Préfecture de la Haute-Savoie

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Residence permits
  • Registration
  • Address statements

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
France Services

France Services Annecy

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Digital utilities
  • Accompanying steps
  • Post, taxes, CAF

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-06
CPAM

CPAM de Haute-Savoie

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Vital card
  • Refunds
  • Treating physician

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-06
CAF

CAF de Haute-Savoie

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • APL
  • Family allowances
  • RSA

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-06
ADIL (housing)

ADIL Haute-Savoie

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Housing Council
  • Bail/locataire
  • Procurement

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
France Travail

France Travail Haute-Savoie

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Registration
  • Employment aid
  • Benefits

Appointment required

Verified: 2026-06
CROUS

CROUS Grenoble Alpes — antenne Annecy

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Annecy · Haute-Savoie

  • Student housing

Rendez-vous not indicated as mandatory

Verified: 2026-07