Many non-EU travellers still miss out on VAT refunds because they assume the process is complicated. Today, digital tax-free solutions like Zapptax are making VAT refunds far simpler and more practical for frequent travellers between France, the UK and the US.
Most of France's driving rules are sensible, and most of them line up with what you'd expect. But a handful catch British and American newcomers off guard, and the fines aren't gentle.
The final income tax deadline has now passed, cardboard transport tickets have been phased out on the Île-de-France rail network, and property owners are being reminded to update their biens immobiliers declaration by the 30th of June.
Fractional Ownership is a model of co-ownership that allows you to maximise the enjoyment of owning a vacation home in Paris without the cost and hassle of maintaining a vacation home overseas.
New rules for furnished tourist rentals are coming into force, residence permit and nationality fees have increased, and dog owners must keep pets on leads in French forests during the nesting season.
For many buyers, owning a home in France is a life decision. The real question is not just where to buy, but how to build a life free of unnecessary legal and administrative hurdles.
With French tax declarations now open for 2026, anyone resident in France – and some second-home owners too – must file their annual tax return over the coming weeks and declare all income earned in 2025. Here’s a quick round-up of some of the key changes to be aware of this year.
Moving to France is an exciting life change, whether you are relocating permanently, buying a second home, or planning a long-term stay. But alongside property searches, visas and removals, one practical area that is often overlooked is insurance.
For expats in France, filling in a tax return can mean declaring overseas bank accounts and worldwide income, or requesting tax credits on overseas pension or rental income. Let’s take a look at the basics of filling in your 2026 French tax return – step by step.
Employment income, rental income, and French pensions are subject to France's Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system or ‘prélèvement à la source’ - here's what you need to know.
Trusted movers AnyVan have put together a helpful guide on the most common mistakes to avoid when moving furniture from the UK to France. Here are 5 mistakes to look out for
French has been named the world’s fourth most spoken language, a free webinar for UK residents planning a move to France is just days away, and Air France is preparing to launch a new London Gatwick to Paris route.
Ian Morris journeys the length of France in Poppy, his 51-year-old Citroën 2CV, sharing scenic routes, charming villages and unforgettable road trip moments.
When Helen Tait-Wright went to France alone to oversee a renovation project, she never dreamt she'd end up driving the Dakar rally, she tells Gillian Harvey..
A château can be visually extraordinary and still struggle commercially. The difference lies not in the façade or the architecture, but in the structure behind the project.
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