Explained: What does RTT mean in France? Discover how 'Réduction du Temps de Travail' can enhance your work-life balance in France
Understand France's inheritance tax rules and nue-propriété Question relates to situation when holder of a nue-propriété predeceases the holder of the usufruit
French residency cards and obligatory new language tests: list of online resources to help We look at how you can prepare for TCF and DELF language exams
practical List: How does France’s inflation rate compare with that of other EU countries? France recorded lower inflation than both UK and US at beginning of year
Error leaves 75,000 vehicles uninsured in France (drivers unaware) Uninsured vehicles include HGVs and buses. Drivers should check their policy if insurance was provided by the broker in question
Licence-free car insurance costs are rising in France Increased sales and accidents drive up insurance premiums for voitures sans permis (VSP)
How to plan for your financial future in France Effective cross-border tax and succession planning requires keeping up to date with the reforms in both countries and adapting your plans
Map shows location of new toll barrier-free motorways in France (attention you still need to pay) Drivers without a toll-badge or account have 72 hours to settle up for their trips
Extra aid for people buying an electric car in France The aid applies to multiple vehicle manufacturers in France
Good news for buyers and sellers as French mortgage rates fall and are open to negotiation Some banks are offering special mortgage deals as property market recovering – but will this continue?
List: these are the French home improvement works that must be declared Inform tax authorities separately even if you have construction permit
Can we bring UK digger to France to work on our second home? There is a time limit on how long machinery can be brought over to avoid import fees
Are patients of a retiring French GP automatically signed up with new doctor? It can be difficult to find a médecin traitant in some rural areas
What is the best way to deal with ‘stink bugs’ in our French home? The bugs arrived from Asia and are considered an invasive species Is it possible to get a carte Vitale in France without a social security number? Who is affected by France’s latest meningitis vaccination campaign? Osteoarthritis: Women in France are not requesting the help they need
'Nesting swallows have become a pest at my French home' Columnist Samantha David is irked but the birds enjoy protected status What are the rules for burning garden waste in France in 2025? Is it necessary to sign up to a local déchetterie in France before using it? Applications for UK ‘ETA’ to open: What does this change for people in France? Can we gift French property to our daughter? French property owners and tenants: what are rules for obligatory undergrowth clearance?
French acronym explainer: What is ANTS? The Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés is responsible for issuing all important personal documents potentially at risk of fraud or identity theft
France's falling inflation and rising local taxes require particular attention Proactive financial planning can help you weather the storm
French home energy cheque aid will be sent later in 2025 - who gets this? Changes mean vouchers can no longer be used for eco-renovations
New car-sharing lanes on Paris ring road and two motorways: how do they work? Limits will be in place for rush hour traffic with fines of €135 for rule-breakers
Tip to find affordable top-up health insurance in France Local mutuelles communales schemes can offer cost-effective health coverage for residents
Registering a car at your second home in France: when you need to do this and how France is a signatory to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic
9 updates for drivers in France: Toll rises, Paris car-sharing lanes and fines Including a new car-sharing lane in Paris and the pedestrianisation of Lyon city centre
Remember to check French doctors' Optam contract - or risk paying more Mutelle top-ups do not necessarily reimburse patients for care from practitioners who have not signed a sector 1 Option de Pratique Tarifaire Maîtrisée
Launch of ‘secure medical prescriptions’ in France for certain painkillers - what are new rules? Stricter rules are being put in place to fight addiction and falsified prescriptions
Department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine to increase property purchase fees Local councils have been given ability to raise fees in new budget
Cultural and practical dates in France in March 2025 for your diary It is carnival season as spring is in the air at last
Court rules that half-built motorway in south-west France is ‘illegal’ and stops work The government plans to appeal ‘historic decision’ over A69 and has asked for work to continue
Tax, boilers, vehicles: 9 changes in March 2025 in France The 2025 budget comes into force later than usual
US to offer ‘golden visas’ - does France have a similar programme? Several European countries offer ‘golden visas’ to investors
What to do in case of a road accident in France Guide to handling vehicle accidents and insurance protocols, including using the 'constat amiable'
How your Crit’Air car sticker rating correlates with insurance costs Energy-efficient vehicle owners are unlikely to see cheaper insurance premiums
Are there any ways to reduce notaire fees when buying a property in France? We look at some less well-known possibilities as tax hike looms
French speed radars: can you check if you have a fine online in case missed in post? Outstanding fines can be found online
Is it possible for French border officials to stop stamping passport as it is almost full? Passports need one blank page on them when travelling
Is extra insurance for French garden pool required? Sarah Bright-Thomas of Bright Avocats answers a reader query
Is there a simple renewal process for six-month French visas? Second-home owners are required to obtain visas for extended visits to properties in France
Meningitis cases in France are at ‘exceptionally high’ level Winter flu cases may be behind current hike with 90 cases recorded last month
Receive parcels for others and earn money in France Parcel collection platform Welco is focusing on rural communities where the service is most needed
How to save money on train travel in France If you are planning a trip, try these handy hints to ensure you get the best deals
Language tests for French residency cards: examples of questions asked Language tests will need to be taken by Britons, Americans and other non-EU nationalities applying for certain cards
French tax allowance for many over-65s is rising New levels will help to keep income tax bills low for those concerned
Foreign residents of France frustrated by slow progress of inheritance petition British, US, Irish, and Dutch couples have all told of stress due to 2021 forced heirship law
How many Britons and Americans got their first French visa or residency card in 2024? Provisional figures for 2024 show around three million were delivered in total to all nationalities
List: Exchange rates for declaring foreign income in 2025 French tax declarations All foreign income must be converted and declared in euros
‘Careful’ road signs appearing in French towns and villages: what do they mean? Signs display up to five blue hearts and are source of pride for local communes
Good news for electric car owners in France as thousands more charging stations to be installed MPs recently rejected plans to bring forward ban on petrol vehicles
French residency card system 'dysfunctional' says immigration lawyer 'If people need lawyers more and more, it means the procedures are more complex so they can’t do it themselves.'
Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays Grant negotiations with Scottish government stall new ferry service aimed at boosting freight and passenger links between Rosyth and Dunkirk
Watch out for these three letters on French bank transfers - they may indicate a scam Direct debit deductions made by scammers can go unnoticed amongst legitimate payments
Map: Sale prices of flats across France and how they rose or fell in 2024 Areas including Corsica and Poitiers saw prices rise, but significant falls of nearly -8% elsewhere were recorded
Discover the charm of Menton lemons and how to grow citrons in France Sue Adams explores the rich history of France's only IGP-recognised lemon, celebrated annually at a vibrant festival
Recap: Recent updates and changes in France you may have missed as of February 2025 Bank fees, healthcare costs, and various changes to public transport usage are among the most noticeable
Speed cameras in France: how do they compare in number to the US and the UK? More fines are issued per-camera by French radars than many other countries
DIY solar panel installation cost in France set to rise: why and by how much? Safety reasons are among concerns but grid manager says solar panel fires are extremely rare
How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax? Reductions related to length of ownership start after five years
Are French vet costs regulated by the government? There are several ways you may be able to reduce annual fees
Must chimney in French home be swept annually even if it is not used? Some areas require chimneys to be swept multiple times per year
Education in France: Can children be enrolled part way through school year? Older children are assessed on their skills before entering the education system
Can French forced heirship rules be bypassed? Antonia Ridley-Hughes of Ashtons Legal, answers a reader query
Digital health cards, prescriptions, no-show fees: what impacts you as France’s 2025 health budget is finally approved Healthcare will cost state over €265 billion in 2025 estimates budget
Can UK paper driving licences be used to hire vehicles in France? Some have highlighted issue of using non-French licences to hire vehicles
Will my daughter have to pay tax on inherited property in France? The value of a property can often be above tax-free sums on inheritance
When will ‘notaire fees’ for property purchases increase in France? All departments are likely to vote in favour of raising fees
Faulty airbags: 236,000 Citroen owners in France told to stop using cars Manufacturer says drivers should check if the airbags could be faulty and if so not to drive the vehicle until repaired
New language tests for French residency cards: Eight key questions The new rules are expected to come into effect this year
Five ways the latest 2025 budget will impact property owners in France Changes include increasing notaire fees, tax exemption from property gifts and the extension of the Loc'Avantages rental scheme
Buying a property in France may cost more from April as ‘notaire fees’ allowed to rise Departments can opt to increase fees by 0.5% under 2025 budget
More French roads set to return to 90km/h speed limit More than half of departments have overturned 2018 rule change which capped speeds at 80 km/h
Did you know? La Poste will pick up medicines from a pharmacy and deliver them to you Postal service is one of numerous services that are part of growing medical delivery sector
Beware this ‘bin change’ scam doing the rounds in France Fraudsters claim to be from local mairie but ask for money on-the-spot
Obligatory new French tests for some residency cards: is level too tough? The tests are reported to cost around €100 to take
Driver wins French speeding appeal due to radar day and time error The man was not even on the road at the time stated on the fine
What is the process if Brexit card holder’s passport is stamped by mistake? Manual stamping of passports will soon be phased out