The Brexit Timeline
It has now been almost 34 months since the UK decided to leave the EU, or 1027 days, but who’s counting? And after the latest announcement from the EU leaders, we were left scratching our heads over what has happened…
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BREXIT: Through the Looking Glass
After a number of dramatic votes in parliament, we take a look at the way ahead for Brexit and the pound. Reading the recent news headlines has felt like being Alice in Wonderland, with a rapidly changing landscape and sometimes…
Car Hire: How Will Brexit Affect Travel to France
There is still much uncertainty around Brexit and the implications around travel to the EU for British citizens. We look at what is likely to change from visa requirements to passports and car rental in France.
British Nationals Rights in France After Brexit from The Ministry of the Interior
Whether it is a stay of a few days in France or a wish to settle for a longer period of time, Brexit has consequences for the rights of British nationals and formalities will need to be completed to stay…
Can I leave my French home to an English Charity and will Brexit change this?
Felicity worked in the charity sector for many years of her life, and in particular she feels very strongly about supporting a global disaster relief charity on her death.
Selling Your Property in France? Take Advantage of the Weak Pound to Maximise Your Returns
Being aware of the costs when selling a property is important. Aspects such as agent’s fees and legal costs should be checked out. Tax implications could also be relevant and should be discussed with a specialist. Importantly, if you…
Update on the Brexit Negotiation and the Impact on the Sterling-Euro Rate
Tensions are rising within the UK Government and doubts are persisting over Prime Minster Theresa May’s ability to deliver Brexit. In early July, following the much hyped Chequers away day, a supposed ‘soft Brexit’ plan had been proposed by Prime…
Brexit – British Embassy in Paris – Top Ten frequently asked questions
During the British Embassy’s ‘Roadshows’ around France it has become clear that there are regular themes or recurring issues that come up. Reflecting that, the British Embassy in Paris have produced a Top Ten Q&A of the most frequently…
Stone King Launches Service to Support pre-Brexit Buyers and Sellers in France
In the run up to Brexit, national law firm Stone King has launched a service to support clients from start to finish in the sale or purchase of property in France. Usually people looking to buy or sell will…
Buying Property in France Post Brexit – Myth Buster 3
If you cherish dreams of buying property in France, Brexit should not be a factor in delaying or preventing you from taking the plunge BREXIT: Vrai ou Faux? We debunk some more of the myths swaying buyers’ judgement in…
Buying Property in France Post Brexit – Myth Buster 2
BREXIT: Vrai ou Faux? We debunk some more of the myths swaying buyers’ judgement in a post-Brexit world… MYTH: “British buyers should put off their move to France until a firm deal has been agreed with the European Union”…
How will the Euro and Other World Currencies Perform in 2018?
To mark the beginning of a new year, economics expert Professor David Hillier, has published a report on behalf of our long-time financial advisers Moneycorp, looking at how the world’s major currencies are likely to perform in 2018. Last year saw…
British Embassy – Information Meetings for the British Community in France
Between now and Christmas, representatives from the British Embassy will be visiting five areas of France to update British Expatriates on the Brexit negotiations regarding Citizens’ Rights. Until now meetings have been arranged with British expatriate associations/organisations in France,…
Buying Property in France Post Brexit – Myth Buster
BREXIT: Vrai ou Faux? We debunk some of the myths swaying buyers’ judgement in a post-Brexit world MYTH: “No one wants to buy in France post-Brexit” That is absolutely not the case. In fact, our recent FrenchEntrée Brexit Survey…
Brexit Negotiations and the Effect on the Pound so Far
Since the announcement of BREXIT the pound has lost an average of 12% against the euro. But the potential exit from the EU is a long and uncertain one. For UK buyers looking into France it is an unsettling time.…
Looking on the Bright Side of Brexit
Marion Sauvebois speaks to property and finance experts to offer some positive advice for French house hunters… Ah Brexit… these days you can’t take one step without catching an earful of shudder-inducing news bulletins, a glimpse of an apocalyptic headline,…
UK buyers undaunted by Brexit
It’s official! The vast majority of UK buyers eyeing a move to la Belle France are not letting Brexit get in the way of their dream. Despite the doom and gloom predicted, it seems Britons have taken the apocalyptic headlines…
Undaunted by Brexit
Although the ‘Leave’ vote prompted some to put their French property plans on hold, plenty of buyers have refused to let the Referendum kill their dream. Nadia Jordan talks to the individuals, couples and families who are going ahead despite or…
4 Ways to Prepare as the Clock Ticks Down to Brexit
Now that Britain’s divorce from the EU has officially begun, will we soon know more about what Brexit means for expatriates in France? Not quite. Triggering Article 50 has just set off the two-year countdown for agreeing the terms of…
Brexit Survey: The Lowdown
Buyers are not letting the Brexit vote get in the way of their French dream, according to a poll by FrenchEntrée magazine. We asked would-be expats and prospective buyers whether the UK’s decision to pull out of the EU had…
Theresa May Triggers Article 50
Theresa May’s decision to trigger Article 50 marks the start of perhaps the most complex negotiations ever undertaken by a British government. Before both sides can get down to business they will have to decide what form the process will…
Theresa May to trigger article 50 on 29 March
The prime minister’s spokesperson has confirmed that Theresa May will trigger article 50 on Wednesday 29 March starting the official process for withdrawing from the European Union. The spokesperson also said “We have always been clear that we will trigger…
Business as usual! – Despite Brexit
It’s been fascinating for me to see the changes over the last fifteen years of the demographics of people wanting to relocate to France. I’ve pretty much seen it all – keeping a straight face when people explain what…
What do we know about Brexit today?
Brexit has been all over the news again, with the British Prime Minister announcing her negotiating plans and MPs voting to trigger the process by the end of March. A 77-page White Paper released on 2 February has also spelled…
Update – European associate citizenship for British Expats post Brexit.
A statement from Charles Goerens regarding Amendment 882 calling for the establishment of a ‘European associate citizenship for British Expats post Brexit.
British Expats’ Rights To Continue Living In EU After Brexit
The UK press are reporting that hundreds of thousands British expats are to be granted the right to carry on living in Europe after Brexit… but is this based on fact or speculation?
EU Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS)
Following on from, European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker’s 2016 State of the Union address when he stated “We need to know who is crossing our borders. By November, we will propose an automated system to determine who will be allowed…
European associate citizenship for British Expats post Brexit.
British nationals who wish to retain their right to live and work in Europe could become “associate members” of the European Union under a proposal to be reviewed by the European Parliament on 21st November. Charles Goerens, a liberal MEP…
Article 50 – Britain’s High Court Ruling Throws The UK’s EU Exit Into Disarray
Britain’s High Court Throws The UK’s EU Exit Into Disarray. The divisive subject of Brexit has once again caused ripples throughout the UK as Campaigners won their battle over Theresa May’s decision to use the royal prerogative in her Brexit strategy…
European Succession Law and Brexit
Brussels IV – The EU succession regulation Two years ago the EU succession regulation – more commonly known as Brussels IV – came into force. But how is this affecting British nationals who live, or own property, in France? The…
Rights of non EU members to buy a property in France
Leaving the European Union will not affect a British citizen’s right to buy property in France – plenty of non-EU nationals own property in France. Theoretically, however, the French could make certain areas out of bounds to to non-EU buyers…
Pensions in France after Brexit
Retirees are the biggest group of expats living in France and there are scare stories in the media about expat pensioners in Europe being left “impoverished” by Brexit and “obliged to return home”. This is alarmist. There is unlikely to be any…
Staying on in France post-Brexit: Permanent residence
For the next two years or so, while Britain negotiates its post-Brexit deal with the EU, nothing will change for British citizens living in France. It is also likely that existing British residents in France will be able to continue…
Mortgages in France after Brexit
You can still get a twenty year fixed rate mortgage at 2.15%. And house prices in France are still low. If your ten or fifteen year dream has been to move to France – or buy a holiday home –…
Healthcare in France after Brexit
What kind of healthcare expats will be entitled to once Britain exits the EU is the make or break issue for many, particularly retirees, in determining whether or not they will return to the UK. Expats who work in France…
Effect on sterling currency after Brexit
While expats are naturally concerned about their rights to continue living, working and accessing healthcare in France after Brexit, the most immediate concern for anyone living in France and receiving a UK income – such as a pension – is…
Owning a property in France after Brexit
Leaving the EU will not stop British people buying homes in France – either for a permanent move to France or for holidays. Plenty of non-EU citizens – Russians and Americans, for example – own property in France. However, some…
What effect will Brexit have on your will in France?
Brexit will have no affect on your will – other than as a timely reminder to sort out your will if you haven’t already done so. Until last year, French “forced inheritance” laws dictated that your French property had to…
Should I buy a house in France before or after Brexit?
You are already looking for your dream house in France – maybe you have already found it or are even part way through the buying process. Should you call a halt and wait until after Brexit to proceed? Do you wait until we…
Protecting your rights before Brexit takes place
Finding out what will happen to the rights and privileges we have enjoyed as EU citizens is a waiting game. There are, however, steps you can take now to protect yourself. In Britain, UK nationals are scrambling to discover if…
Taxes in France after Brexit
The amount of tax a British expat living in France has to pay will not change as a result of Brexit negotiations as tax agreements are negotiated with individual countries not with the EU as a bloc. The double tax…
Working in France after Brexit
We are so used to being able to live and work where we like in Europe it is difficult to grasp that this could all change. Even harder for those thousands of British children who have grown up in France…
Pets and pet passports in France after Brexit
Armed with their own passports, Fido – and even Felix – are now as used to popping across the Channel as their masters. But will their traveling days soon be over? The rules governing animal movement depend on whether a…
Driving in France after Brexit
At the moment you do not have to change your British driving licence for a French one if you move to France. This is because the British driving licence is an EU licence and any licence issued by an EU…
What happens to capital gains tax after Brexit?
Capital gains tax (CGT) will not be affected by Brexit. CGT does not apply to your principal residence but to second homes. Formerly, EU nationals with property in France paid 19% on gains from renting or selling second homes because…
Staying in France post-Brexit: Applying for French nationality
If you have lived in France for five years or more you can apply to become a French citizen. Unlike the permanent residence card, which you are entitled to, citizenship is in the gift of the French authorities. You will…
Brexit: Where are we now?
As post-referendum Westminster sinks into a quagmire of plots and paralysis, only one thing is clear: there is neither a Plan A nor a Plan B for Brexit. Instead, British citizens are now subject to fear-mongering, rumour and speculation. The…
What are the rights of non EU members to live in France?
If Britain does not decide to stay within the single market – the ‘Norway model’ – migration negotiations will start with individual countries. It may be that some countries introduce residency rules that make it harder for expats to remain. Much…
Living With Brexit
We are certainly living in interesting times, as the UK prepares to start a new chapter in its history. This has created uncertainty for British expatriates in France and elsewhere in the EU, and those planning to move there. There…
A look at the effects of ‘Brexit’ in France
Following the announcement of the vote for the UK to leave the EU, we look at the impact on British nationals who live or own property in France.
