Income tax declaration deadlines loom in France: how to get help In French or English, by telephone, online or in person
Warning for drivers in France as car number plate fraud on rise We look at what to do if you become a victim
Solar panels in France for €1 with grants: is this still possible? Companies may offer panels at cheap prices, with grants and production buy-backs allegedly making up the difference Police ID checks in France and foreign documents explained How do tax credits for help at French home work? How does income tax season in France differ to other countries?
French wills and inheritance: what if we die together with no executor? John Kitching, a director of French Law Consultancy Limited, answers a reader query
The biggest culture shocks for Americans in France From snack flavours to holiday allowance, Americans moving to France should prepare for some big differences
French school holiday dates for years 2023-2024, 2024-2025, 2025-2026 The country is split into four different school regions
Viager in France and releasing capital from a French property People who sell en viager can stay living in their home and receive a lump sum along with a monthly sum for life
Where do Britons in right-hand drive cars place France's clean air stickers? Stickers are mandatory for those driving in or through many French cities
Not respecting planning permission can cost you (a lot) in France Extensions that go over permitted amounts can be demolished – with owners having to pick up the costs – if neighbours are affected
How will French/British couples be affected by UK’s ETA scheme? A digital border scheme similar to the EU’s new controls is set to launch for Europeans next year
How can I avoid high transport ticket costs during Paris 2024 Olympics? Prices of some transport will be doubled during the Games
How to get French citizenship – the 2024 requirements There are two pathways to apply for French nationality: declaration and naturalisation by decree
Home renovation grants simplified in France from today It should now be easier to apply for help to install a new boiler, for example, but homeowners will need to act quickly Visas for France 2024: is there an option for young workers? How do French financial products compare to those in UK and US? What surprises people when they move to France?
Why you may be struggling with French - and what you can do about it Six problems and solutions to help you improve your language skills How to register with a doctor in France and get a GP CA Britline: is it a good bank for Britons with homes in France? Permanent residency cards in France: 2024 renewal rules French acronyms explained: HLM Private swimming pools in France must have these safety features
French property taxes, car sales, pharmacy strike: 5 practical updates Our round-up of recent practical articles you may have missed
Four factors that can lower the value of French property Location and energy efficiency can impact property prices significantly
Are there any rules for having a garden pond in France? Sarah Bright-Thomas of Bright Avocats answers a reader query
Can I avoid rubbish collection charges in France? The household waste collection tax is detailed on a taxe foncière statement
How to continue listening to BBC radio in France Longwave support has ended but alternatives exist, even for those who may struggle with technology
Septic tanks expose difference between law and reality in France The tanks can reveal stark differences between French and British laws... and the attitude of homeowners towards them
EXPLAINED: France’s property wealth tax 2024 Who pays impôt sur la fortune immobilière, how much and when
French tax is not levied, must we pay social charges on UK pensions? A dual tax treaty exists between the UK and France which dictates treatment
Can I renew my UK driving licence using my French address? Having homes in France and the UK may mean regular driving in both countries
How much should you pay for house insurance where you live in France? We look at average prices around the regions of France and the main cities
Gardening, DIY: what you can and cannot do on a bank holiday in France We also look what to do if your neighbours do not abide by the anti-noise rules
Will EES be applied to those entering France from another EU country? New border controls are expected in autumn 2024
CALENDAR: Check to see you are up to date with vaccinations in France The booster schedule for various diseases varies to that followed in the UK or US
Selling a used car in France - explained Your guide to the paperwork and process around selling a used car in France
Where can I find cheap DIY tools in France? We also review whether second-home owners can bring tools to France from abroad
What does 10-year builder insurance cover in France? The assurance décennale saw changes after a recent court case
Advice for the newly separated in France When your relationship breaks down, how do you cope in France and should you stay?
French banking rules: when can officials freeze your account? The authorities’ right to take money from individuals surprises many newcomers
PHOTOS: €527,000 buys you ancient castle with a museum in west France ‘It may be little but it’s the real thing’
Neurotoxin in wheat flour poisons 49 in Brittany Victims, including five children, suffer hallucinations and confusion
Rules to know if someone lives with you for free in France Who can be included in this definition, what are the tax implications, and how can you provide proof of address?
Tax questions, boiler grants, May changes: 5 French practical updates Our round-up of practical articles you may have missed
Call for action to reduce mosquito numbers in France Rise in tiger mosquito numbers has prompted regional health authorities to urge steps to prevent transmission of disease
What is changing for transport to and from hospitals in France? Associations say patients will be put in difficult and vulnerable situations
Thousands of jobs lost as new building permits plummet in France In the south constructions have dropped by almost a third
French residency card: how long does it take prefecture to issue this? A récépissé is given to you while you wait for the response
Which areas of France are most at risk from earthquakes? Earthquakes can sometimes be felt across the country
How do tax credits for having a gardener at French home work? Always make sure you use registered people to undertake work at your home
What are options for older people and ‘wearable’ alarms in France? These alarms connect to a helper when used
Can I find details of any driving fines in France online? Unpaid speeding or parking tickets can result in increasing fines
Have rules on bringing tobacco products into France changed? The personal importation of tobacco products has seen set limits
Is there a deadline to claim reimbursement of medical costs in France? The status of reimbursements can be checked online via the Ameli website
No mow May: homeowners in France asked to let grass grow ‘There is no life in a 4 cm-long lawn’ warns one expert, saying that longer grass helps bees and insects to thrive
New shed, veranda, pool: how to declare in France and what time frame Tax authorities have been using AI software to track down undeclared extensions
Do you recognise these French road signs? Their meanings have changed… Many drivers are unaware that the highway code been updated
How to get free help with your tax declaration in France Despite millions being eligible for the déclaration automatique or automatic declaration the process can still be challenging
Make sense of… boating in France Summer is almost upon us and many people will be taking to the water once more. We recap what paperwork you might need to get afloat
Tax rises for property owners: French mayors say they have no choice ‘A commune cannot borrow to cover its running costs. We don’t have the right, unlike the central state’
Advice for the newly bereaved in France and English-speaking help When the worst happens, how do you cope in France?
Planning to replace your boiler at home in France? Now is a good time Eco-friendly alternatives will be easier – and cheaper – to install from mid-May
Life expectancy – simple changes to benefit from France’s good stats What can we learn from the French about living longer?
Address change deadline looms for one million French homes Mairies of small communes must update a government website with all the new street names and house numbers
Museums, mothers and muguet: key dates to note in May in France Dates of interest to put in your calendar for the next month
Medical fees, eco-grants, gas prices: 5 changes this May in France We also include the French income tax declaration deadlines for residents and second-home owners and other dates coming up
Phone scams, gardening, insurance claims: 5 French practical updates Our roundup of recent practical articles you may have missed
House ruined by wood-rotting fungus - ‘French insurance will not pay’ Fungus can be swept in through windows and vents and lead to extensive damage. Insurers consider it homeowners’ fault
Heat pump insurance cover downgraded for many home owners in France Wood-burning stoves are also affected following a court ruling
Grass clippings: what to do if the tip does not accept them in France Rennes metropole is the first to bring in a ban - and has ended door-to-door pick ups - but other areas have followed
Should I include appliances in a French house insurance estimate? When taking out a home cover policy, you are asked to calculate the approximate value of the property
What is cost of average funeral in France? Prices are reported to be similar in France to those in the UK
How to apply for seasonal work in France as a non-EU citizen Job adverts, work permits and visas - we explain the rules for employees and employers
Does everyone in France need to complete an income tax return? Deadlines to complete declaration fall in May or June this year
Must children help to pay for elderly parents in French care homes? There are strict rules dictating when family support is required
What dental work is covered with the 100% Santé scheme in France? The scheme was introduced in 2020 and covers those in the healthcare system with mutuelle cover
What items can I take to local tip in France? Are any banned? Déchetteries can accept various types of non-household waste
How do people change when they move to France? From embracing a sportier lifestyle to keeping their brains sharp
Stay up-to-date: 20 recent and upcoming changes in France We cover tax updates, renovation scheme revamps, possible money changes for British residents and more
READER FEEDBACK: What you wish you had known before moving to France See recommendations from those who have taken the plunge
Call for pharmacists to strike over medicine shortages in France Total shutdown of pharmacies at end of May expected. 36 pharmacies closed in January 2024 for economic reasons
Change for foreign residents and eligibility to family benefit in France People will only be able to obtain family benefits if they spend majority of the year in the country