Beginner’s Guide to French Genealogy (PDF)

A practical, step-by-step guide for anyone researching French ancestors — especially if you don't live in France or don't speak the language.

Who it's for: beginners starting their first French genealogy research, people with French ancestors living outside France, descendants of French emigrants (Canada, USA, UK, Australia…), and anyone feeling lost with French archives and administrative records.

What's inside:

• A clear step-by-step method to start your research
• How French archives are organized (civil and parish records)
• How to read and interpret French records, even without fluent French
• Real examples from archival documents
• Common beginner mistakes to avoid
• Ready-to-use letter and email templates (France and North America)
• Useful resources and QR codes to access archives

Format: digital PDF, readable on screen or printable — instant download after payment — for personal use.