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Moving to France

Moving to France

Practical tips and advice for people looking to make a home, find work or retire in a new country as well as real-life experiences from people who have made the switch

How do new language tests affect Americans moving to France?

Judy and Dave Kashoff, whose journey inspired her book Five, Ten, or Never

'I moved to France and wrote my first book'

These Connexion readers have put pen to paper since moving to France

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Readers provide praise for French residency cards and visa processes

Steve Graham was 'delighted' with the experience on applying for a temporary long-stay card

Moving to France – what we wish we had known

Readers who have already made the move share their experiences

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I’m an estate agent and these are the five errors that newcomers make in France

'Many overestimate their DIY talents – and underestimate renovation costs'

How to fit in when you move to France: avoid that ‘expat bubble’

After two decades in central Brittany, Jill Fitzgerald O’Connor wants to help other movers feel part of their new community

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How to save money when relocating to France: moving, fees and property tips

Buying a home is one of the most expensive things you may ever do. Here we look at ways to make your money go further before moving in

Can British classic car be registered in France?

There are both benefits and restrictions to registration as a véhicule de collection

Items that cannot (or should not) be transported by removal companies in France

Movers will not take certain goods for reasons of safety or value

New to France? This organisation wants to welcome you with open arms

AVF (Accueil des Villes Françaises) helps newcomers build friendships through diverse activities

Is it possible to get a French phone number before moving to France?

Sim cards can be purchased on arrival at airports

A view of Toulouse Place du Capitole, next to the top-ranked communes of Vigoulet-Auzil, Martres-Tolosane, and Vieille-Toulouse

New ranking shows the best places to live near Toulouse

The list advises places to get that south-of-France village feel without sacrificing city living

How many Canadians live in France - and where?

The geographical spread of Canadian nationals follows a similar pattern to Americans

'I moved to France and became an estate agent for luxury homes'

Former probation officier and mum-of-three Leila Bodross, 44, now sells premium properties on the Bretagne coast

A view of the commune of Sarlat in Dordogne

Hosting scheme in south-west France lets you sample lifestyle before you move

Households in nine Dordogne communes volunteer under Mes Nouveaux Voisins scheme

How many Americans live in Paris - and where else are they choosing in France?

Over a quarter of all US nationals in France live in the capital city