What You Need to Know in August 2026 Several important administrative changes and deadlines may affect English-speaking residents in France this month. Our August French Admin Update includes: The arrival of taxe foncière bills, new protections for families arranging funerals,…
If you’re self-employed in France, you may soon notice that your APE code has changed. Don’t worry – for most people, this won’t require any action and won’t affect the way you run your business. New APE codes for businesses…
A recent article in The Connexion with the headline “Possible UK pension changes cause concern for Britons in France” has understandably caught the attention of many British residents concerned about UK Pension Changes for Expats. While the headline suggests there…
Travelling to France with your dog is easier than many people think, provided you prepare in advance. Whether you’re heading over for a camping holiday, staying in a gîte, visiting family or spending a few weeks at your holiday home,…
What the New Cold Calling Law Means for Consumers and Small Businesses in France If you live in France, you’ve probably had your fair share of nuisance calls. Your phone rings, you answer, and instead of hearing from a friend…
May 2026 Heatwave in France – what you need to know before you head to the beach. France has more than 5,500 km of coastline, thousands of monitored bathing areas, and some of the most famous beaches in Europe. But…
From September 2026, France begins the nationwide rollout of compulsory electronic invoicing (“facturation électronique”) for businesses. If you are an English-speaking auto-entrepreneur in France, this change will affect you — even if you are not VAT registered and even if…
🇫🇷 French Nationality: Born in France to British Parents If you were born in France to British parents, it’s easy to assume you’re automatically French. Unfortunately, it’s not quite that simple……… French nationality law is a bit more nuanced —…
Buying a home or starting a project in France can feel exciting… until the paperwork starts. Suddenly you’re faced with unfamiliar terms, multiple applications, and rules that seem stricter than expected. Many expats assume they can “just get started” —…
Financial Help for Working People in France: Struggling Financially in France? You might be entitled to the Prime d’Activité payment. Living in France isn’t cheap—and if you’re working but still finding it hard to make ends meet, you’re not alone.…