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A7 motorway near Lyon to be partially closed for several weekends

Works to repair a bridge that crosses the Rhône are required

Minister speaks of new local contribution for people to fund French public services

Fund may be linked to income and start from a few euros per month

Graph: see latest flat price changes in your area of France

Nice was among the cities to see prices rise last year

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Key cultural dates for France in May 2025

Including the Cannes Film Festival, Eurovision, the European Night of Museums and more

Key practical dates for France in May 2025

Including bank holidays, strikes, tax declarations and more

Reader tips on how to save money buying food in France

The cost of living crisis has seen prices for most goods and services rise in recent years

Do you know how to use a rond-point as opposed to a carrefour giratoire in France?

Drivers must be aware of one key - and potentially dangerous - difference between them

Easy guide: Who needs to pass new French language tests for residency?

The level required is set to increase in 2025

What will happen if French residency card holder is away when EES border checks start?

New digital border rules are expected to be phased in over time

Is an international driving permit needed to hire a car from a French supermarket?

UK licence holders living in France cannot obtain an IDP

How can I donate blood in France – is it easy to do?

Blood drives are not so common and an appointment must usually be made

Is it possible to choose date French monthly tax instalments come out?

The date payments are taken out are set in the French tax code

UK and EU move closer to post-Brexit visa deal for young people

Agreement could allow under 30s to live and work in opposite countries, but is not a return to freedom of movement UK insists

What are the rules for installing wooden shutters in France?

Some areas require shutters to conform to aesthetic rules

Warning as fake concert ticket scams on the rise in France

Fans are advised to use official channels to avoid invalid or overpriced tickets

Brexit cards: what are the rules around passport renewal and residency cards in France?

It is highly recommended that Britons in France retain a valid UK passport

What are the jobs you cannot do in France with ‘auto-entrepreneur’ status?

The status offers tax and administrative advantages, but has strict rules about the professions allowed

Is compensation possible if a neighbour’s pet damages garden at French second home?

Disorderly pets can wreak havoc on gardens

Repairs on dry stone wall in France: Must stones be bought or can they be picked up?

You may need to consult your neighbour to repair border walls

Tips for Americans considering a French mortgage

With the number of Americans moving to France on the rise, we ask the experts for some tips for those considering applying for a French mortgage

Do inheritances in the UK need to be declared in France?

There is an inheritance tax treaty between France and the UK

Tips and tricks for cleaning old French brickwork

Columnist Nick Inman says it can be a thing of wonder if treated properly

Doctors threaten strike against bill mandating where they work in France

The new bill aims to combat ‘medical deserts’ but young doctors say it will ‘deteriorate access’

Entry/Exit System: What happens when travelling to EU with a French spouse?

The rules are different for the family members of EU citizens

Recap: 15 recent and upcoming changes in France you may have missed in April 2025

Includes rising costs for gas, notaire fees, and UK passport renewals, bank closures and an update to allergy maps

New language tests for French residency cause confusion

The testing centres themselves say they are in limbo

Drivers in France reminded of this little-known, strict car wash rule to avoid large fines

Environmental regulations impose a €450 fine – even outside drought periods

France Identité app to be extended to all residency card holders

The system is only available for French citizens, but plans are in place to extend the service to everyone with a card

Easter Monday in France: what shops can you expect to be open?

Some supermarkets will be open but not all

When is a woman madame and when is she mademoiselle in France?

The terms are age related - but getting this right can be a delicate business

How can I find an English-speaking lawyer in France?

France is divided into over 160 bars, many of which provide information about English-speaking lawyers

Paper tax forms reduced in France as more switch to online declarations

You can still request paper version for physical declaration

Is compensation available for people injured in public in France?

Victim must show that the accident occurred in a publicly accessible area and that it caused physical harm or financial loss

Useful vocabulary to help understand your French income declaration

These 25 words and phrases are likely to crop up

How to check whether you have been issued a speeding fine in France

Fines can be sent anytime after an incident

Grand crème, café crème, au lait: how to order coffee in France?

We explain the subtle distinctions between the various terms used in cafés

Look out for these three new French road signs to avoid €135 fine

Signs reinforce laws improving road safety on multiple-lane roads

France considers linking health reimbursements to income to curb deficit

State auditors urge reform as government faces €15.3bn shortfall in 2024

Check traffic warnings near you in France for busy Easter weekend

Several regions are facing warnings across the period

Fines for driving in central Paris delayed until September

‘Educational period’ to be extended with drivers only cautioned for breaking rules

Three ways to make bank transfers in France despite Easter pause

Traditional payments are unavailable over four-day period

Millions to receive email as France changes benefits system

Pre-filled forms aim to simplify French benefit claims

France's 2026 budget: how new plans could affect residents

Cuts to public and administrative spending, home renovation aids, and pensions are all on government’s horizon

Can a French bank account be opened before moving?

Online and physical banks compete with brokers in finding best solution for those on the hunt for a property

90/180 days rule: Can visa-free days be used to enter France before start of visa?

Be wary of spending too much time in France or you may be seen as a tax resident

Are there smartphone apps that show the location of parking spaces in France?

There are several digital methods to pay for a parking spot

Official tool lets you see how much French income tax others in your commune pay

Data shows huge variations in average tax bills from Paris and the Riviera to rural areas

Does residency of children affect French gift tax limits?

The 2025 budget updated certain rules on gifts between parents and children

Must address on UK driving licence be changed after moving to France?

UK drivers may have to exchange their licence for a French one after moving

Key points to remember in your French income tax declaration

Checking pre-filled information is important to ensure you pay correct amount of tax

Travellers to the UK from France cannot bring in meat and dairy items amid disease fears

Britons bringing gifts of saucissons and cheese to family among those impacted by restrictions

Foreign drivers in France: three ways that new licence rules could impact you

New rules on exchanging a driving licence are among those scheduled to come into place

New roadside boxes puzzle drivers in south-west France: what are they?

Some drivers believed installations were new type of speed camera

Two rules to not fall foul of around vide-greniers sales in France

There are several regulations around what can be sold – and how - at these car-boot-style events

What to do if your local pharmacy in France is out of stock of your medicine

Pharmacies may be able to direct you to nearby stores where drug is available

Second union backs May train strikes in France

Travel on long weekend around May 8 holiday at risk over combined action

Let your lawn grow, water for birds: how to help wildlife in your French garden

‘It is acceptable to have untidy hedgerows,’ says biodiversity spokesperson.

Glasses, dentistry, hearing aids: Major changes to reimbursement rules proposed

‘We have to change healthcare spending to make our system sustainable,’ says mutuelle top-up boss

Group purchase offer for wood pellets launched by French consumer association

Highly competitive prices pledged with applicants given a quote they can choose to take up (or not)

Top French court clarifies rules on foreign language wills

Certain conditions must be met for a language to be accepted if it is unknown to the testator

Fines over missing Biens immobiliers French property declarations to start in 2026

Property owners must still declare any 2024 changes to property by July 1 this year

Warning over overuse of anxiety and insomnia medication in France

France is second biggest user in Europe of this type of prescribed medication

Explained: How an amicale laïque can help you get involved in France

The organisation offers a range of community events and festivals

Driving in France: more ‘autonomous mobile’ radars in use - what are these?

New radars have been spotted in both the north and east of France

How to make a first online income tax declaration in France

The majority of annual declarations are made online

Bank transfers in France will soon be paused for a few days

The European payment system will take a break for Easter

What is new as French income declarations open online

Updates were given today on property ownership declarations, tax credits and tax for high earners among other points

France’s ‘simplification’ bill - six changes proposed for everyday life

Simpler administrative procedures form the basis of wide-reaching bill

Drivers in France warned of ‘summer black ice’ risk this weekend

First rainfall after dry spell can make roads dangerously slippery

Self-employed workers in France must switch to electronic billing - what will it cost?

Union leaders warn sector is ‘in jeopardy’ over new rules

Property watch: See what €50,000, €180,000 and over €1million buys in Pyréneés-Orientales

Pyréneés-Orientales is one of the few departments in France where residents can go to ski resorts as well as the seaside

Partner article: Where should Britons in France invest – and why?

A balanced portfolio can include offshore investing in a neutral jurisdiction

Partner article: What Americans need to know about filing US tax returns in France

US citizens must declare income regardless of their place of residence

Obligatory language tests for French residency: Differences between TEF and TCF

We speak to an official language assessment centre about why candidates may prefer the more modern and flexible TEF exam

Tefal launches nationwide pan collection scheme in French supermarkets

Shoppers can receive a discount voucher for recycling used cooking utensils - all brands accepted

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A7 motorway near Lyon to be partially closed for several weekends

Minister speaks of new local contribution for people to fund French public services

Graph: see latest flat price changes in your area of France

Key cultural dates for France in May 2025

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Map: see house price changes for your area of France in latest notaire data

French ski resort in the Pyrenees announces end of skiing due to lack of snow

Spain hit by massive power cut: homes in the south of France affected

Annual road worthiness tests proposed for vehicles in France over 10 years old

France set for a mini-heatwave: Weekly weather outlook April 28 - May 2

Guesthouse owners face closure threat in France

Do inheritances in the UK need to be declared in France?

Key practical dates for France in May 2025

Reader tips on how to save money buying food in France

Do you know how to use a rond-point as opposed to a carrefour giratoire in France?

Easy guide: Who needs to pass new French language tests for residency?

What will happen if French residency card holder is away when EES border checks start?

Is an international driving permit needed to hire a car from a French supermarket?

How can I donate blood in France – is it easy to do?

Is it possible to choose date French monthly tax instalments come out?

UK and EU move closer to post-Brexit visa deal for young people

What are the rules for installing wooden shutters in France?

Map: see house price changes for your area of France in latest notaire data

Trains are faster than planes for these French routes

Partner article: How tax residency in France could benefit you

Warning as fake concert ticket scams on the rise in France

How to declare foreign bank accounts on French income tax declaration

Entry/Exit System: How will it work with a temporary French visa?

Why 500,000 people in France will soon be getting a call from health officials

How to receive personalised healthcare reminders in France

Reader feedback: do restaurants in France cater to gluten-free diets?

Brexit cards: what are the rules around passport renewal and residency cards in France?

What are the jobs you cannot do in France with ‘auto-entrepreneur’ status?

Is compensation possible if a neighbour’s pet damages garden at French second home?

Repairs on dry stone wall in France: Must stones be bought or can they be picked up?

Tips for Americans considering a French mortgage

Do inheritances in the UK need to be declared in France?

Tips and tricks for cleaning old French brickwork

Doctors threaten strike against bill mandating where they work in France

Entry/Exit System: What happens when travelling to EU with a French spouse?

Recap: 15 recent and upcoming changes in France you may have missed in April 2025

New language tests for French residency cause confusion

Drivers in France reminded of this little-known, strict car wash rule to avoid large fines

France Identité app to be extended to all residency card holders

Easter Monday in France: what shops can you expect to be open?

When is a woman madame and when is she mademoiselle in France?

How can I find an English-speaking lawyer in France?

Paper tax forms reduced in France as more switch to online declarations

Is compensation available for people injured in public in France?

Useful vocabulary to help understand your French income declaration

How to check whether you have been issued a speeding fine in France

Grand crème, café crème, au lait: how to order coffee in France?

Look out for these three new French road signs to avoid €135 fine

France considers linking health reimbursements to income to curb deficit

Check traffic warnings near you in France for busy Easter weekend

Fines for driving in central Paris delayed until September

Three ways to make bank transfers in France despite Easter pause

Millions to receive email as France changes benefits system

France's 2026 budget: how new plans could affect residents

Can a French bank account be opened before moving?

90/180 days rule: Can visa-free days be used to enter France before start of visa?

Are there smartphone apps that show the location of parking spaces in France?

Official tool lets you see how much French income tax others in your commune pay

Does residency of children affect French gift tax limits?

Must address on UK driving licence be changed after moving to France?

Key points to remember in your French income tax declaration

Travellers to the UK from France cannot bring in meat and dairy items amid disease fears

Foreign drivers in France: three ways that new licence rules could impact you

New roadside boxes puzzle drivers in south-west France: what are they?

Two rules to not fall foul of around vide-greniers sales in France

What to do if your local pharmacy in France is out of stock of your medicine

Second union backs May train strikes in France

Let your lawn grow, water for birds: how to help wildlife in your French garden

Glasses, dentistry, hearing aids: Major changes to reimbursement rules proposed

Group purchase offer for wood pellets launched by French consumer association

Top French court clarifies rules on foreign language wills

Fines over missing Biens immobiliers French property declarations to start in 2026

Warning over overuse of anxiety and insomnia medication in France

Explained: How an amicale laïque can help you get involved in France