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Latest news and updates on financial matters as well as practical tips on banking and the cost of living in France

What is the average amount inherited in France?

How to ensure your French bank card works abroad

High levels of international fraud mean many banks block international payments by default

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How France’s ‘back to school’ grant works and the amounts for 2025

Which UK banks allow residents in France to open or keep an account?

Why taxpayers in France may no longer be able to pay by cheque

Could the French state soon access all financial data of benefit recipients?

Partner article: Now is the time to look globally and diversify investments in France

Can you cancel a joint loan in France after separation from partner?

Property exchanges: How to save thousands on French property sale taxes

How France’s 2026 draft budget could affect you – in detail

Interest rate of French Livret A savings account to fall in August

Our French bank has asked about patrimoine - what does this mean?

Online French bank closes with accounts still open: here is how to reclaim funds

What is the new ‘shimming’ bank card scam in France and how to protect yourself?

How you can access French airport lounges at discounted rates

What should I do with my old mobile phone in France?

Graph: See France’s historic debt levels

Why contactless payments in France will soon be easier

Is money left to animal charity subject to the 60% tax rate in France?

Graphs: Lastest forecasts on inflation and spending power from Banque de France

Partner article: What double tax treaty on inheritance means for Britons in France

It will soon be much easier to withdraw cash in shops in France

France’s home renovation grant system to resume in September

Partner article: UK inheritance tax: What expats need to know

New euro notes to be issued in France - here is what they will look like

Residents in rural France affected by bank closures

Bridging loan alternative offers French property owners quick access to finance

Anti-fraud inspections lead to record repayments in France

UK bank card woes with French address

Mutuelle costs rising again, with seniors worst hit - how to find affordable options

How long to receive French renovation grants - and why it is getting longer

Revolut to invest €1bn to grow market share in France

How quickly do homes near you go under offer in France?