Tax efficient investments in France and assurance vie
There’s no denying that France is a high tax country, but you may be able to take advantage of French tax compliant opportunities to protect your assets from the taxman.
Personal Finance in France
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to finance in France. Moving to a new country can be very exciting and stimulating. At the same time, relocating to a new place comes with its share of challenges; looking for a new place to live, finding a job or starting a business, managing your pension income if you are retired, learning a language, and making new friends. Being prepared may help you avoid some unexpected surprises.
In these pages you will find tools and advice to help you plan your personal finances, set up your bank accounts and credit cards in France, manage finances for your projects, currency transfers, or process your payments. It’s details like these that can make a big difference in your quality of life and allow you to enjoy your life in France to its full potential.
Please see these useful articles below. If you can't find what you're looking for there you can view all the finance articles at the bottom of the page or use the search bar.
Help with banking in FranceFind out how you can set up a bank account in France and learn the basics, such as how to write a French cheque.
Bills & living costs in FranceHere you can find out about how to pay bills in France and how you can control your living costs when you move to France. |
Financial Advisers in FranceTips on how to choose the right financial adviser and information about English-speaking advisers in France.
Further informationHere are some other useful articles on finance in France, including information on French pensions and financial services. |
Latest posts on personal finance
Capital gains on the sale of shares in France
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Planning your move to France: A Checklist
You have made the decision to move to France and are gradually ticking off your checklist of things to do. But if they are not on your list already, you need to consider your finances
Sort out your finances so you can relax and enjoy life in France
Are you one of the many people who dream of retiring to France? To make sure your money lasts for as long as necessary, it is essential to review your arrangements now.
Blevins Franks Adviser in France – Stuart Stojkovic
Covers Hérault, Gard and Bouches-du-Rhone Blevins Franks has been providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates for decades, and has earned a reputation as the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in Europe. We…
Blevins Franks Adviser in France – Nick Pasco
Covers Var, Cote d’Azur & Monaco Blevins Franks has been providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates for decades, and has earned a reputation as the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in Europe.…
Blevins Franks Adviser in France – Mike Marsden
Covers Var, Cote d’Azur & Monaco Blevins Franks has been providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates for decades, and has earned a reputation as the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in Europe.…
Blevins Franks Adviser in France – Rob Kay
Covers Var, Cote d’Azur & Monaco Blevins Franks has been providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates for decades, and has earned a reputation as the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in Europe.…
Blevins Franks Adviser in France – Mary Taylor
Covers Midi-Pyrenees, Roussillon and South Aquitaine Blevins Franks has been providing specialist, professional financial advice to British expatriates for decades, and has earned a reputation as the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in Europe.…
Family benefits in France: CAF changes in 2015
As with most bureaucracy in France, just when you think you have it all under your hat, it changes! But some improvements on the CAF website are really helpful.
