16th May 2008

Tax advisory service

The information here is provided by Blevins Franks International Tax Advisory Service. Established in 1983, it offers specialised tax advice, relevant to both France and the UK. We hope this page will provide you with useful information and advice on the important taxation aspects of moving to France or buying property there.

Blevins Franks are independent financial advisers and offer a number of specialised services, including tax and financial planning, wealth management, investments, international pensions and offshore trusts. We have four regional offices in France.
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For more information contact Jane Hayward on +44 (0)20 7015 2126 or Jane Hayward. Alternatively, fill in our Enquiry form.
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French Tax Advice

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Making the most of your UK pension if you retire to France - QROPS

Blevins pensions advice It is now possible for expatriate Britons to export their pension funds out of the UK. Jane Goodall, Director, International Pensions, at Blevins Franks, explains how it works.more...

How to protect your finances when retiring to France

French money protection France is a popular place for people to move to when they retire. David Franks, chief executive of Blevins Franks, examines ways to look after your savings. more...

What happens to your UK investments if you move to France?

money red ribbonMany people who move to France have investments in the UK. Here David Franks of Blevins Franks looks at what the tax implications are for such investments and explains what happens with Premium Bonds winnings if you are tax resident in France more...

The tax obligations on your French property in the UK & France

The recent Offshore Disclosure Facility offered by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in the UK is a portentous reminder of the importance of being aware of all your UK tax obligations on income and gains made overseas, including ... more...

What is the tax position in France on your UK investments?

Once you leave the UK to go and live in France, you have to take several factors into consideration regarding your investments e.g.... more...

French income tax

If you are planning to move to France you will be interested in the taxation system and how your income will be taxed ... more...

How UK pensions are taxed if you retire in France

When you retire to France your pension is possibly the main source of regular income you will receive. Having worked all your life and contributed to your pension pot, you ... more...

The Assurance Vie – tax and financial planning in one exercise

For lovers of everything Francais who are considering moving to France or buying French property whether to live in permanently, as a holiday home or to rent out, it would be ... more...

Paying wealth tax in France

Unlike in the UK, France levies a Wealth Tax. Anyone resident in France on 1st January is taxable on their worldwide assets, and non-residents with assets in France are taxed on the value of their French assets as at 1st January each year ... more...

The pros and cons of buying French property through a company

When pondering on the pros and cons of buying property in France, you also have to consider which is the best method according to whether you are a French resident or non-resident ... more...

FAQ - French Tax

Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about tax in France.... FAQ

Blevins Franks

The Blevins Franks Tax Advisory Service (“TAS”) was originally established in 1983 when Blevins Franks opened its overseas offices in France, Spain and Portugal to ... more about us...

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Blevins Franks Guide to Living in France

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Living in France
A practical and understandable path through the complexities of setting up home in France, whether for retirement; as a holiday home or investment. more details...
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