Latest news and practical advice on managing money in France

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What changes for residents in France in August 2026

Bills will change for millions of households, fuel scheme extends, and savings accounts see new rates

Americans in France: the investment traps that could cost you
Rate of inflation in France falls, remaining below EU average

Latest news and practical advice on managing money in France

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Latest news and updates on financial matters as well as practical tips on banking and the cost of living in France

Explained: France’s ‘back to school’ grant for 2026

Revolut granted full French banking licence, can now offer expanded services

What changes in France this August for your budget?

What changes for residents in France in August 2026

Americans in France: the investment traps that could cost you

Rate of inflation in France falls, remaining below EU average

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Electricity bills: French government announces 2.5% rise for regulated bills

New interest rates for millions of French savings accounts

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Good news for many Britons in France as pound reaches one-year high against euro

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Standard of living in France is increasing, official data reveals

France gained an extra 35,000 millionaires in 2025, claims Swiss bank

French bank account fees increased 2.7% between 2025 and 2026

French business federation calls for tax increase on ‘wealthy’ retirees

Reminder: deadline to correct French tax return is tonight

French tax authorities now have more time to update incorrect second home tax bills

France’s Constitutional Council validates cap on bank inheritance fees

Can I add my UK work years to a French pension?

Mortgage income law change proposed in France

Are French electricity bills set to increase in August?

French income tax declaration: key upcoming dates

New report shows how much you must earn to be considered rich in France

Why living in France but investing only in the UK creates risk

Does your French town have its own currency?

French social charges: who pays, how much, what’s new?

French minimum wage to increase by 2.4% on June 1, 2026

54% of French households did not pay income tax in 2025

A third of those eligible for French income support are not claiming it

Here are the 2026 dates for French income tax payments and reimbursements

What would happen if Visa and Mastercard stopped operating in France?

How to swap coins for supermarket vouchers in France

Four tips for families making French income tax declarations

French scientist Marie Curie among faces being considered for euro banknote redesign

Will PIN codes for cards in France gradually disappear?

What monthly income makes you ‘rich’ in France? 2025 report

What are new ‘Cash Services’ ATMs in France?