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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

We moved to France from the US and here are the five emotional hurdles we faced

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How I moved to France and retrained as a tradesperson

Reader Ceri-Anne Malessa-Thompson, 43, moved to Normandy in 2022

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Importing a car into France from the UK

Drivers must consider whether they need to pay import taxes

How a British entrepreneur built a new life at a French chateau

Newcastle woman manages a chateau alongside her businesses, hosting retreats in France and welcoming over 100 women from across Europe

Cost of living in France: how it compares with the UK and the US

A breakdown of the cost of utilities, property and everyday expenses in France compared to other countries

How do new language tests affect Americans moving to France?

Immigration bill changed requirements for several residency card types

French justice minister calls for three-year halt to legal immigration

‘We have reached the limits of our capacities for integration and assimilation’, Gérald Darmanin says

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I moved to France and became a maths teacher and professional photographer

Reader Philipa Daria shares her passion for photography

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

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