If you are searching for a lasting power of attorney in France, the legal mechanism you are looking for is called a mandat de protection future. This article explains clearly how the private version works, who does what, how to add a substitute agent, and the most common mistakes to avoid. This guide focuses only … Read more
Where you need a Crit’Air sticker in France in 2025, how to apply (posted to UK), ZFE rules incl. Caen, fines & tips. Help in France. If you’re driving in France — whether you live here, own a holiday home, or visit regularly — understanding the Crit’Air sticker France rules is now essential. With more … Read more
Small Parcels Tax France 2026: The HS6 Rule UK Senders Must Know Small Parcels Tax France 2026 explained: France has introduced a new small parcels tax that affects items sent from outside the E.U. It is charged per “item of goods”, and that “item” is counted using the HS6 customs classification level—not per parcel. This … Read more
Understanding consumer rights in France is particularly important for expats and English-speaking residents who may be unfamiliar with French legal procedures. If you have paid for furniture, appliances, televisions, or other large household or garden items and the delivery date keeps being postponed, French consumer law provides clear protections. You may think that resolving disputes … Read more
For many English speakers, France can feel paradoxical. It is familiar and welcoming, yet deeply rooted in traditions, structures, and ways of thinking that are not always obvious from the outside. This is particularly true when dealing with French administration, where history, culture, and national identity quietly shape how systems operate. Books about France — … Read more
The 18th Birthday Brexit Surprise: A Cautionary Tale for British Families concerning post-Brexit residency in France for children turning 18. For most teenagers, turning 18 is a milestone celebrated with parties and newfound freedom. But for children of British citizens living in France under the Withdrawal Agreement (WA), it can trigger an unexpected and stressful … Read more
The 14-Day Cooling-Off Period in France is one of the most important consumer protection rules under French law. It gives consumers the right to cancel certain contracts without penalty when they are signed outside a professional’s premises, such as at home.
Many people in France experience long delays or unexplained interruptions to their CAF benefits. Repeated phone calls, unanswered messages, and vague responses like “your file is under review” can quickly become exhausting — and unproductive. If you have a CAF problem in France, I can help.
Buying a boat, a car, or property in France can feel daunting enough in another language. Understandably, when something goes wrong and the other party simply stops responding, it can quickly become stressful—especially when a large deposit is involved. Recently, I assisted an English-speaking client who found themselves in exactly this situation with a boat deposit dispute in France.