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Road accident hotspot in Normandy prompts calls for speed camera action

Local authorities want speed camera installed ‘without consultation’ to be placed in better location

Map: what are France's groundwater levels at start of autumn 2025 ?

Water-saving measures were in place throughout the summer

Covid-19 cases rise in France ahead of vaccination campaign launch

‘Frankenstein’ variant causes growing number of hospital admissions, data from France’s public health agency shows

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French homeowners using fuel or wood heating can benefit from purchasing discount

Bulk-purchasing of goods can lower costs

Car hire in France: supermarket rentals, peer-to-peer options, and how to save

Popularity has risen over the past decade with convenient and affordable options

Increase in unpaid sick days proposed by French government

Plans are due to come into force in 2026

Returning to the UK from France? Start planning early - Partner article

New regime provides clarity and potential gains for returnees

Brittany island’s only ATM shuts, limiting cash access for residents

Thousands of cashpoints have closed in recent years across France

Dynamic speed limits begin on A7 motorway near Lyon in bid to improve road safety

Lower limits - down to 50 km/h - will be implemented in heavier traffic or adverse weather conditions

Most departments in France using private unmarked radar cars, more to follow this month

Vehicles are switched frequently between areas

Is there a place to find your ‘correct’ French address?

Thousands of rural addresses were changed last year

Is it possible to rent equipment in France for land clearance?

Mandatory undergrowth clearance should be done before start of summer

Can UK travellers get French health insurance?

Many travellers will have British 'GHIC' healthcards

How do I stop post piling up at French second home?

It is possible to pay to have mail redirected, including internationally

Receive French tax credits? If so it is good to update your information

Annual change can disrupt split-payment system used by authorities

Are French driving licences valid for life?

Rules around renewing depend on which kind you have

Is it worth getting breakdown cover in France?

Can be optional extra if not already provided in insurance policy

How do French capital gains rules apply to a rental property?

Designated usage is important factor in tax calculation

Neighbour’s dog in France bit ours leading to vet bills: who must pay?

Canine bites to humans must be reported to mairie

How do we provide proof of non-tax residency in France?

It is important to ensure you are not taxed twice under double tax treaty rule

How can I check my car is registered for French barrier-free motorway tolls?

Several barrier-free motorway péages now exist in France

I received a health certificate from French immigration office – what should I do with it?

Some people moving to France require a medical check

Brexit card renewals in France: which prefectures have already set up websites?

Calvados, Lot and Dordogne are among the areas where British residents can use new simple procedure

Can EU residency card help us visit family in Spain from France for longer?

Spending long periods in another EU country may require changing your place of residence

France’s ‘Service Public’ online information portal changes web address

Update provides additional authenticity to help fight fraud

How to renew a five-year Brexit WA residency card online in France

Interior Ministry asked prefectures to set up standardised sites: several, but by no means all, have now done so

Are major changes to France’s contrôle technique taking place next year?

Transport Ministry has responded after several articles sparked confusion

French property renovation grant system reopens in reduced form

Rules are tightened for MaPrimeRénov’ scheme that offers funds for eco-renovations

Explained: local property taxes in France

Bills can vary significantly due to a number of factors

Electric cars, solar panels, bank payments: six changes for residents in France in October 2025

Some benefits are also increasing

Confusion over list of electric vehicles set to benefit from new eco-discount in France

Official list of vehicles that can benefit from €1,000 bonus contains several errors

Navigating French gift tax – a simple guide for residents - Partner article

Frequent questions answered on this sometimes complex topic

French driving rules: what is ‘right of way abuse’?

‘Abus de priorité’ means drivers can be penalised even if they have right of way

Are you among millions of people debited for extra French tax today?

Debits of up to €300 will be taken automatically

Roadside police checks increase in southern France to combat accident rate

Police can ask drivers to pull over to confirm documents or check they are driving safely

More than 500 native chikungunya cases in France since May - where?

A popular seaside town has become the unwitting centre of an unprecedented outbreak

How to find mental health support in France

English-speaking practitioners are available

Renting out a furnished holiday let in France: what you need to declare

Here are the key steps involved - including making contact with the local marie

What are the rules for correct French email etiquette?

Written and electronic communication can sometimes differ

Is it possible to receive a French pension and hold an S1?

This is a common situation for people who have worked both in France and in the UK

What taxes are collected on a rented out second home in France?

Taxe d'habitation applies to all housing not used as a main residence

Can new arrivals in France insure vehicle on foreign licence?

Insurers should bear in mind validity rules for different countries’ licences

Can you remain in France on 90/180 days quota after six-month stay is up?

American citizens benefit from short-stay visa access to bloc without needing a visa

What are the regulations on trusts in France? - Partner article

Authorities must be kept informed on a variety of important details or serious penalties can ensue

Equity release in France: do you need your children’s consent?

Plan may be complicated if your home purchase is shared with a partner

Landlords must declare rent in French property declaration form from 2026

New requirement relates to the Biens immobiliers online property ownership form

Do you need to declare a UK inheritance in France? - Partner article

A tax resident in France is 'technically' required to - regardless of where the deceased lived

Explained: How to go to a French university as an overseas student

Final submission deadlines are in December-January to start in the following autumn

Budget could cut tax reduction for parents of secondary school children in France

Proponents propose a current tax break should instead be channelled into grants

Self-employed workers in France: new proposals on VAT thresholds

Plans in draft 2026 budget would affect retailers amongst others

What are the rules for UK driving licences for people who live in France?

Date when licence was first issued is significant

Can mairie force me to cut down trees at French home?

Rules are complex but there should be a valid reason for such an order

Which gifts are liable for tax in France?

Gifts can be declared through your online tax space

Are older drivers in France required to take a medical test for licence renewal?

Recent EU vote and MP proposals have caused confusion

Is adult whooping cough vaccine in France covered by social security?

France’s vaccine calendar outlines expected top-ups

Graph: last month was deadliest August on French roads since 2011

Several prefectures are looking at ways to tackle rising fatality rate

Driving in France: Rules around when to use hazard lights

Drivers risk fines for misusing these warnings

Prefecture in south-west France launches ‘accidentoscope’ to improve road safety: what is this?

Accidents increased by 10% in August 2025 compared to previous year

More French communes levy additional tax charge on second homes

Over 650 communes voted for the maximum permitted charge

French prefecture threatens to suspend licences for using phone when driving

Motorists could be without licence for up to six months. A trial period next month will decide on course of action

Why you should expect to see more spiders in your French home in September

France is home to more than 1,700 spider species

How to keep hospital fees to a minimum in France

The system is one of the best in the world but can appear opaque

Which flight routes connect France to Bournemouth airport?

There are links from three French cities

New road signs drivers in France should be aware of

Free-flow motorways, level crossings, and ‘stopover villages’ all affected

More French areas face ‘housing strain' - what this means for home owners

Rules regarding property taxes, renting, and home purchasing loans all set to change

Longevity in France? We have an app for that

FriLi will help with chronic pain and a health monitoring

Unmarked radar cars to begin patrols in two new French departments

Radar cars will patrol roads with speed limits of 70 km/h or higher and focus on areas near major cities

Partner article: Does a property need to be cleared out before being sold in France?

The list of what has to remain is specific to each property

What is the role of France's Architectes des Bâtiments service?

Select group ABF provides protection for preservation and maintenance

Partner article: What are the risks of buying a flat off-plan in France?

Buyers only need to pay a 5% deposit on reservation

How do bailiffs organise their work in France?

Commissaires de justice have a range of activities

Who pays French property tax following shared house inheritance?

People with a lifetime right to use a house are usually responsible for paying

Do you need a permit to own a tortoise in France?

Boom in tortoise trade in 1970s and 1980s led to strict regulations

How do French class sizes compare with the US and UK?

Class sizes have fallen at French primary schools in recent years

What is the average amount inherited in France?

Socialist senator wants to increase tax on inheritance, claiming only minority would be impacted

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Road accident hotspot in Normandy prompts calls for speed camera action

Map: what are France's groundwater levels at start of autumn 2025 ?

Covid-19 cases rise in France ahead of vaccination campaign launch

French homeowners using fuel or wood heating can benefit from purchasing discount

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Most departments in France using private unmarked radar cars, more to follow this month

Learning French: what does être à l'ouest mean and when should it be used?

Errors to avoid when making French bank transfer after October 9

Strikes in France in October 2025 and how you may be impacted

Dordogne runs anti-mosquito operation after chikungunya outbreak

New ‘Frankenstein’ Covid-19 variant in France: What symptoms to look out for?

What to do with your low denomination euro coins in France

Car hire in France: supermarket rentals, peer-to-peer options, and how to save

Increase in unpaid sick days proposed by French government

Returning to the UK from France? Start planning early - Partner article

Brittany island’s only ATM shuts, limiting cash access for residents

Dynamic speed limits begin on A7 motorway near Lyon in bid to improve road safety

Most departments in France using private unmarked radar cars, more to follow this month

Is there a place to find your ‘correct’ French address?

Is it possible to rent equipment in France for land clearance?

Can UK travellers get French health insurance?

How do I stop post piling up at French second home?

What is ‘bridging insurance’ for non-French vehicles?

EES rules in France: How are spouses of EU citizens affected?

French pharmacies run out of Covid tests as cases soar

Receive French tax credits? If so it is good to update your information

What to do with your low denomination euro coins in France

Are workplace affairs a sackable offence in France?

Key practical and cultural dates for your diary in France for October 2025

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

Homeowners turn to flood defence systems with government backing

Are French driving licences valid for life?

Is it worth getting breakdown cover in France?

How do French capital gains rules apply to a rental property?

Neighbour’s dog in France bit ours leading to vet bills: who must pay?

How do we provide proof of non-tax residency in France?

How can I check my car is registered for French barrier-free motorway tolls?

I received a health certificate from French immigration office – what should I do with it?

Brexit card renewals in France: which prefectures have already set up websites?

Can EU residency card help us visit family in Spain from France for longer?

France’s ‘Service Public’ online information portal changes web address

How to renew a five-year Brexit WA residency card online in France

Are major changes to France’s contrôle technique taking place next year?

French property renovation grant system reopens in reduced form

Explained: local property taxes in France

Electric cars, solar panels, bank payments: six changes for residents in France in October 2025

Confusion over list of electric vehicles set to benefit from new eco-discount in France

Navigating French gift tax – a simple guide for residents - Partner article

French driving rules: what is ‘right of way abuse’?

Are you among millions of people debited for extra French tax today?

Roadside police checks increase in southern France to combat accident rate

More than 500 native chikungunya cases in France since May - where?

How to find mental health support in France

Renting out a furnished holiday let in France: what you need to declare

What are the rules for correct French email etiquette?

Is it possible to receive a French pension and hold an S1?

What taxes are collected on a rented out second home in France?

Can new arrivals in France insure vehicle on foreign licence?

Can you remain in France on 90/180 days quota after six-month stay is up?

What are the regulations on trusts in France? - Partner article

Equity release in France: do you need your children’s consent?

Landlords must declare rent in French property declaration form from 2026

Do you need to declare a UK inheritance in France? - Partner article

Explained: How to go to a French university as an overseas student

Budget could cut tax reduction for parents of secondary school children in France

Self-employed workers in France: new proposals on VAT thresholds

What are the rules for UK driving licences for people who live in France?

Can mairie force me to cut down trees at French home?

Which gifts are liable for tax in France?

Are older drivers in France required to take a medical test for licence renewal?

Is adult whooping cough vaccine in France covered by social security?

Graph: last month was deadliest August on French roads since 2011

Driving in France: Rules around when to use hazard lights

Prefecture in south-west France launches ‘accidentoscope’ to improve road safety: what is this?

More French communes levy additional tax charge on second homes

French prefecture threatens to suspend licences for using phone when driving

Why you should expect to see more spiders in your French home in September

How to keep hospital fees to a minimum in France

Which flight routes connect France to Bournemouth airport?