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Eight changes for French residents taking effect from November 1

Doctors’ fees, gas and Netflix prices are all set for revision

Published: 30 October 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Doctors’ strike in France: ‘Why €25 per appointment is not enough’

The strike comes amid wider national action also affecting travel and schools

Published: 13 October 2023

Author: Hannah Thompson

How does hospital and other medical transport work in France?

Some costs can be partially – or fully – covered by social security, though in some cases you will need a prescription

Published: 30 September 2023

Author: Zane Lilley

Do I benefit from lower charges if I register an S1 in France?

We review using an S1 as a newly qualified British state pensioner in France

Published: 22 September 2023

12 key Q&As for anyone selling a property in France

Documents, charges, capital gains, notaires…we answer key questions

Published: 2 September 2023

Author: Hannah Thompson, Liv Rowland, and The Connexion team

Addiction experts criticise plans not to raise alcohol tax in France

Increased taxes could have helped pay healthcare costs and even save lives, says President of the French Federation of Addictology

Published: 26 August 2023

Author: Richard Henshell

What is France’s ‘franchise médicale’ fee and why might it go up soon?

The charge could double in price, the French government has suggested

Published: 9 August 2023

Author: Hannah Thompson

French benefit explainer: ‘Allocation de rentrée scolaire’

We look at who is eligible for the ‘back-to-school’ grant, how to apply and how much is available

Published: 2 August 2023

Border changes, ferry discount, ghost station: 8 French travel updates

Plus the benefits of a French passport and a US pilot is banned after being caught over the alcohol limit ahead of a flight from Paris

Published: 28 July 2023

Author: Sarah Henshaw

Is it legal to use a VPN to watch TV in France?

Virtual private networks can allow you to watch TV from your home country while in France

Published: 28 July 2023