I'm sick in France and don't speak French — how do I see a doctor?
Message your symptoms to French Doctor in English (also French or Arabic) — no French needed. An English-speaking GP licensed in France reviews your case personally and sends a prescription PDF the same day, usually within a few hours. There's no appointment, no app to install, and no waiting room.
Where can I find an English-speaking doctor in Paris without an appointment?
French Doctor is an online English-speaking GP based in Paris, available 7 days a week with no appointment. You start any time by sending your symptoms; the doctor replies and issues a prescription remotely, so you don't need to find or travel to a physical clinic.
Can I get a prescription or antibiotics in France as a tourist?
Yes. Tourists and visitors can get a private prescription — including antibiotics when medically appropriate — from a French-licensed GP. The doctor decides based on your symptoms; if antibiotics aren't suitable or your case needs an in-person exam, you're told and your card is not charged.
How fast can I get a consultation and a prescription?
Usually the same day, often within a few hours. You'll receive your prescription PDF by email and text message as soon as the doctor has reviewed your case.
Is the prescription valid in French pharmacies and across the EU?
Yes. It is signed by a French GP registered with the RPPS and is accepted at any pharmacy in France. Under EU Directive 2011/24/EU, it can also be dispensed in pharmacies across the European Union.
How much does it cost, and when am I charged?
Consultations cost €49 (Essential, online form) or €59 (Priority, direct WhatsApp chat with the doctor). A Medical Concierge option (€129, the doctor calls you within 15 minutes) is available when a doctor is on call. Your card is only a hold and is charged after a prescription is issued — if the doctor cannot prescribe, you are not charged. Fees are private and not reimbursed by French Social Security.
