How do I register to offer a furnished gite rental in France?A new online registration system is now in place, but note there are income limits at which you become classed a ‘professional’ renter
How can I learn ‘business French’ to improve job prospects?Many jobs require will require people to be fluent in the local language
Which items are included in the French electronic goods repair scheme?It is not only for handheld electrical devices such as phones
Is the French ‘vehicle accident form’ available in English?Most French drivers keep a copy of the form on hand
What is the easiest way to get new glasses in France?There are a number of options, but beware of what prescription you use
Do Britons have a right to a translator in a French court?We look at whether the state has provisions for non-French speakers
Can I sell inherited shares in French home to an investor?Matthew Cameron of Ashtons Legal answers a reader query
Are there age restrictions on language tests for French nationality?France’s new immigration law has introduced stricter language requirements for both nationality and residency cards
Do Britons lose access to NHS healthcare when moving to France?When leaving the UK it is necessary to inform the NHS of non-residency
Can I install a septic tank myself at my second French home?Installations must be checked every 10 years
What can I do if I have lost my French energy voucher?The chèque énérgie vouchers can be used to pay bills, as well as certain renovations
Must I declare an en-suite shower room to French tax authorities?Sarah Bright-Thomas of Bright Avocats answers a reader query
Which French SIM card can I get for admin and government sites?Check whether the requirement for French telephone numbers has changed
What aid or help groups exist in France to cope with a new disability?Individual circumstances can dictate what aid may be available
Is there a way to check my French pension contributions?It is important to understand what your pension may pay you in retirement
Can bank loan pay for notaire home purchase fees in France?This would allow buyers to effectively expense the fees over the life of the loan
Do I need to sweep and insure an unused chimney in my French home?New rules over chimney cleaning came into force at the end of 2023
How will EES/Etias affect spouses of EU nationals in France?The EES is set to replace the current manual stamping of passports for non EU-nationals entering the bloc
Must I remove ivy growing on my French second home?Ivy can be attractive but can also be viewed as damaging
Where do I need a Crit’Air sticker for my French car?Vehicles in some parts of France require stickers to show pollution levels