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MORE OPTIONSAGREE Explore Subscribe Log in Explore Subscribe Wednesday 8 November 2023 Subscribe and read the latest edition now Resident or second-home owner in France? Join our newsletter French newsYour QuestionsBrexitHealthMoneyLanguagePeople & InterviewsExplore FranceSecond homes More TRENDING FRENCH SENATE BACKS ‘AUTOMATIC VISA’ RIGHT FOR UK SECOND-HOME OWNERS RESIDENCY CARDS, EXPULSIONS, SECOND HOMES: WHAT FRENCH BILL PROPOSES 10 FRENCH WORDS AND PHRASES THAT ARE UNTRANSLATABLE IN ENGLISH HOW UK PENSIONERS IN FRANCE ARE DEALING WITH ‘LIFE CERTIFICATE’ ISSUES FREE, ORANGE, SFR: WHICH MOBILE OPERATOR BEST COVERS FRANCE? 21 hours ago French news See also how to find the best coverage in your area Read the full story SEE: ANNUAL AMOUNTS BROUGHT IN BY ROAD RADARS IN FRANCE Automatic radars brought in almost 1 billion euros in 2022, the second highest amount Wednesday 8 November 2023 Subscribe and read the latest edition now PROPERTIES IN SIX DEPARTMENTS SEARCHED OVER MISSING BOY, 2, IN FRANCE The searches are the latest development in a case that has mystified investigators since July 15 hours ago French news TICKS CARRYING CRIMEAN-CONGO FEVER FOUND IN FRANCE FOR FIRST TIME No human cases have yet been detected but health authorities warn that the virus could spread due to climate change. It is already in Spain 16 hours ago Health FRENCH SENATE BACKS ‘AUTOMATIC VISA’ RIGHT FOR UK SECOND-HOME OWNERS However, two other amendments including a five-year 'homeowner' visa were rejected 8 hours ago French news FRANCE MAKES BID TO HOST 2030 WINTER OLYMPICS Proponents say they are aiming for a ‘simple and sustainable’ event, but critics have called the plans ‘an aberration’ 16 hours ago French news Franco-Swiss team claims major advance in Parkinson’s treatment 16 hours ago French news 180,000 unpaid fines for no-barrier French motorway section 7 minutes ago French news Telephone chargers and bikes recalled in France for safety faults 20 hours ago French news Rivers burst banks, roads flooded: north and west France on alert 16 hours ago French news Toxic mushroom caused motor neurone disease cases in French region 1 day ago Health More French news HOW-TO ARTICLES PRACTICAL ARTICLES ON LIVING IN FRANCE See more practical articles Explainer: ‘tutelle’ and other forms of power of attorney in France 6 days ago How to learn French through language acquisition 26 October 2023 How to become a guide dog trainer in France 25 October 2023 How does EU's 90/180-day rule work when visiting France? 25 October 2023 Plumbers, locksmiths: how to avoid scams with urgent repairs in France 24 October 2023 How to watch the rugby world cup on French TV for free 20 October 2023 See more practical articles Subscribe to The Connexion to access the monthly edition and our essential how-to articles THE NOVEMBER 2023 EDITION OF THE CONNEXION IS NOW OUT Get the latest French news and practical information for residents and second-home owners for as little as €4.50 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Simply login BrexitCovid-19MoneyHealthLanguageSecond Homes YOUR QUESTIONS CAN I TRAVEL FREELY IN THE EU AS THE SPOUSE OF AN EU CITIZEN? 2 days ago Your Questions Depending on how long you stay in France you may need a residency card Read the full story VISA FOR BRITISH SECOND-HOME OWNERS IN FRANCE: HOW OFTEN CAN WE APPLY? British visitors are starting to make use of visas to spend extended time in France, post-Brexit. We answer a recent reader question on calculating visa and other visiting periods HOW DO I CHANGE MY CARTE DE SÉJOUR ADDRESS WHEN MOVING IN FRANCE? The application involves the declaration of a ‘change of situation’ and is not seen as a card renewal 15 hours ago HOW CAN I SEND A PARCEL FROM FRANCE TO THE UK? The national postal service offers two main ways to send parcels internationally 17 hours ago ARE THERE EXEMPTIONS FOR AGE FOR PROPERTY TAXES IN FRANCE? Age is a factor in obtaining an exemption but other conditions must also be met 21 hours ago HOW-TOS PRACTICAL ARTICLES ON LIVING IN FRANCE See more how-tos How can I oppose my neighbour’s building application in France? 22 June 2023 French property form: How do I make corrections after submitting it? 9 June 2023 How do Americans in France register for public health insurance? 25 May 2023 Leave a tax-efficient legacy to charity with French and UK assets 12 April 2023 See more how-tos QUESTIONS See more questions Q: ARE ALL-SEASON TYRES ALLOWED DURING WINTER IN FRANCE? A: Yes, all-season tyres are (for the 2023/2024 year) an acceptable alternative to fitting purpose-made ‘winter’ tyres in those areas that are subject to the Loi Montagne. Q: SHOULD FRENCH CAR HIRE FIRMS PROVIDE WINTER TYRES OR CHAINS? A: Between November 1 and March 31 every winter, people driving in many mountainous regions of France must make sure that their cars are equipped with winter tyres, or have snow chains or fabric ‘socks’ in their boot. Q: WHAT CAN I DO TO STOP MY FRENCH NEIGHBOUR’S REGULAR GARDEN BONFIRES? A: Starting a bonfire in one’s garden – either as a social activity or to burn waste – is generally against the law in France, and is punishable by a fine of up to €450. Q: RENOVATING A FRENCH PROPERTY: BE AWARE OF PLANNING RULES BEFORE BUYING A: Many buyers have big plans for their new French property. See more questions Read more on Your questions FAST-TRACK YOUR KNOWLEDGE ON LIVING IN FRANCE WITH OUR IN-DEPTH CONNEXION HELP GUIDES Preview Income Tax in France 2023 (for 2022 income)* UPDATED 11 August 2023 - Primarily aimed at Britons, covers pensions, rent, ISAs, shares, savings and interest - but also contains significant general information pertinent to readers of other nationalities - Overview of online declarations + step-by-step guide to the French printed forms - Includes updates given automatically after this year's site opened Preview Visa and residency cards for France* 10 January 2023 - Visas and residency cards (cartes de séjour) for France help guide - Understand when visas and residency cards are required to move to France or come for an extended stay - Applies to Britons (post-Brexit) and to all other non-EU/non-EEA/Swiss nationalities - Useful to anyone considering a move to France, whether for work or otherwise, or wanting to spend more than three months at their French second home PROPERTY See more Property news FRENCH MP URGES SHRINKAGE REPORT BEFORE PROPERTY PURCHASES 20 October 2023 Property His report also calls for better compensation measures and easier declarations of natural disasters Read the full story EXPLAINER: RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS FOR SHARED GARDEN WALLS IN FRANCE What work can you do on your side and what are the shared costs and responsibilities? WHY IT CAN BE GOOD TO BUY A FRENCH PROPERTY AT AN AUCTION There are three main types of auctions 2 days ago SOLAR PANEL ROW, PERMIT DROP, FAKE BRICKS: FRENCH PROPERTY NEWS RECAP Our pick of recent property articles that you might have missed 2 days ago ADVICE IF HOME IN FRANCE IS DAMAGED IN STORM - AND WHAT ABOUT CARS? We look at what damage you can claim for and how long you have to make a claim 5 days ago PROPERTY HOW-TOS PRACTICAL ARTICLES ON LIVING IN FRANCE See more Property how-tos France’s ‘catastrophe naturelle’ insurance system: how to claim 21 October 2023 Explainer: DPE survey and new energy audit for properties in France 18 September 2023 Rise in solar panel scams in France and how to spot the tricks 11 September 2023 How to dispose of rubble, bricks and other renovation waste in France 9 September 2023 See more Property how-tos PROPERTY QUESTIONS See more Property questions Q: FRENCH PROPERTY SYNDICS: WHAT CAN I DO IF MINE STOPS RESPONDING? A: There are several avenues that you might try to resolve your situation, but first, we explain what a syndic is and the role it should play in a shared block of flats. See more Property questions Read more on Property EXPLORE OUR HOW-TOS ON LIVING IN FRANCE FIND THE RIGHT INFORMATION YOU NEED TO HELP YOU NAVIGATE LIFE IN FRANCE EXPLAINER: ‘TUTELLE’ AND OTHER FORMS OF POWER OF ATTORNEY IN FRANCE 6 days ago Health HOW TO BECOME A GUIDE DOG TRAINER IN FRANCE 25 October 2023 Everyday Life HOW TO WATCH THE RUGBY WORLD CUP ON FRENCH TV FOR FREE 20 October 2023 Everyday Life HEALTH MONEY WORK FAMILY PROPERTY SCIENCE & TECH TRANSPORT EVERYDAY LIFE ENVIRONMENT SECOND HOMEOWNERS See all how-to articles BREXIT See more Brexit news FRENCH SENATOR WAITS TO HEAR OVER PLEA FOR SECOND-HOME BRITONS 30 October 2023 Brexit Senator for Savoie is arguing for a special status for owners who bought pre-Brexit Read the full story HOW DOES EU'S 90/180-DAY RULE WORK WHEN VISITING FRANCE? The 90/180-day rule impacts non-EU citizens visiting France, including Britons, Americans, New Zealanders, and others. UNDER-18S TRAVELLING TO AND FROM FRANCE GET ANSWERS FROM MINISTRY We spoke to the French Interior Ministry to clear up confusion over non-EU under-18s’ travel 27 October 2023 EU COURT TO RULE ON BRITON'S RIGHT TO VOTE IN EU ELECTIONS The case is brought by a retired British civil servant fighting to reinstate her voting rights post Brexit 27 October 2023 RESIDENCY AND TRAVEL: CONFUSION OVER FRENCH RULES FOR NON-EU UNDER-18S Families still report issues over residency cards and DCEM travel documents 20 October 2023 BREXIT HOW-TOS PRACTICAL ARTICLES ON LIVING IN FRANCE See more Brexit how-tos How does EU's 90/180-day rule work when visiting France? 25 October 2023 Explainer: How to bring family to live with you in France post-Brexit 1 February 2023 Brexit: How to reclaim overpaid French social charges 2 March 2022 Post-Brexit tax rules recap: How to send gifts between UK and France 6 December 2021 See more Brexit how-tos BREXIT QUESTIONS See more Brexit questions Q: POST BREXIT: WHEN DO BRITONS NEED TO SWAP TO FRENCH DRIVING LICENCE? A: This is one situation where Brexit has a reduced impact on Britons living in France due to a post-Brexit agreement on the issue. Q: POST BREXIT DO I NEED A VISA WHEN LEAVING FRANCE FOR AN EU HOLIDAY? A: Europe’s upcoming Entry/Exit System is aimed at being a way of tracking the movements of non-EU visitors in and out of the Schengen area but it is important to note that it will not be equivalent to a visa. Q: SHOULD I SWAP FIVE-YEAR BREXIT RESIDENCY CARD FOR 10-YEAR CARD? A: For British citizens living in France, Brexit and the subsequent Withdrawal Agreement made it necessary to obtain residency permits to continue living here. Q: CAN WE STILL RETIRE TO FRANCE? ARE CERTAIN INCOME LEVELS NOW REQUIRED? A: We presume from the use of ‘still’ in your question that you are British and are wondering if Brexit has changed the rules. See more Brexit questions Read more on Brexit ASK LIV Do you have a question about life in France? Liv and our team of journalists are here to answer your queries. Ask a question THE NOVEMBER 2023 EDITION OF THE CONNEXION IS NOW OUT Get the latest French news and practical information for residents and second-home owners for as little as €4.50 per month Subscribe Already a subscriber? Simply login THE CONNEXION MAGAZINE See more Magazine news Inspiring articles on French culture, travel, food and drink, and language FORMER WINNER OF TV’S THE VOICE TO REPRESENT FRANCE AT 2024 EUROVISION 15 hours ago Culture Former winner of TV’s The Voice to represent France at 2024 Eurovision Read the full story ARE MODERN UNDERPANTS REALLY SHOWN IN MEDIEVAL FRENCH CHURCH WINDOW? The Troyes tourist board had initially joked that a pair of men's briefs were added to the stained glass window during restoration 1 day ago Culture SKYR YOGHURT PRODUCTS CRITICISED FOR PRICE AND HEALTH CLAIMS IN FRANCE The traditional Icelandic yoghurt is proving popular 2 days ago Food and Drink BEARS IN PYRENEES PREPARE FOR LONG WINTER SLEEP - HOW MANY ARE THERE? Technically, the bears do not hibernate but instead ‘overwinter’ and do still come out occasionally 2 days ago Nature SEVEN OF THE MOST ANNOYING ANGLICISMS USED ‘IN FRENCH’ Anglicisms - words that the French language borrows from English - are more widespread than many French people might think… some may say ‘c’est insane’ 2 days ago Language WEIRD FRENCH LAWS THAT ARE STILL TECHNICALLY VALID IN FRANCE Did you know all these things that you are not supposed to do in France? 5 days ago Culture SIX FRENCH FILMS AND SERIES FOR NOVEMBER TO HELP YOUR LANGUAGE SKILLS Language acquisition requires translating everyday parts of your life into French 1 day ago Language 12 FACTS ABOUT THE FRENCH LANGUAGE From the longest word to its importance in European law, see how many you know 6 days ago Language BRITTANY VILLAGERS RESCUE LIGHTHOUSE AND FIND IT WAS BUILT BY EIFFEL The rusty old landmark was set to be torn down until the fishing community decided to save it - and uncovered its amazing history 6 days ago Explore France Enjoy more of The Connexion Magazine The Connexion Shop French-themed cat apron French food and wine tea-towels French-themed cat and dogs tea-towels Have fun and learn with our French-themed puzzle books Discover quirky French products in our shop News French NewsYour QuestionsBrexit Practical HealthPropertyMoneyWorkSecond HomesTravel and TransportFamilyEveryday LifeLanguageScience and TechnologyEnvironmentReader Questions Magazine Explore FranceFood and DrinkCulture and EventsCommunityCommentPeople and InterviewsQuizzesNature Subscribe to The Connexion Get unlimited access to all news articles and practical information on living in France, plus our monthly edition See prices & plans Help guides INCOME TAX IN FRANCE 2023 Overview of online declarations + step-by-step guide to the French printed forms INHERITANCE LAW AND WILLS IN FRANCE Understand formalities around French succession rules and considerations for buying property VISA AND RESIDENCY CARDS FOR FRANCE Understand what visas and residency cards are required for a move to France or to come for an extended stay About Us / LegalContact UsAdvertiseUseful numbersSend your storyFAQs © English Language Media 2023, All rights reserved. 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