Thousands of holidaymakers could be affected by strikes this summer as Ryanair pilots announce a strike for July 12 in protest against working conditions. The strike is due to last for 24 hours, starting at 1am on 12 July.
Should you keep hold of UK investments in France? You may have accumulated Premium Bonds, Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs) etc over the years, or bought shares in UK companies – but are these suitable investments for your new life in France?
Don’t forget the reduction in the speed limit from 90km/h to 80km/h from 1st July 2018 on two way roads (Le Boulou to Argelès road, parts of the Perpignan to Prades road..…)
The EU has put together a visa-waiver system, similar to the US one, which will be applied to nationals of 60 countries including Australia and New Zealand.
Writing a formal letter of complaint or long winded explanation is difficult enough in your own language, but finding the words in French, (or any foreign language) can be a nightmare, even for a competent French speaker.
There are many attractions and advantages to living in France. However there are some drawbacks too, such as unfamiliar local bureaucracy and a complex, expensive and frequently changing tax regime.
The European General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) comes into force on 25th May and concerns data protection and privacy for all individuals within the European Union, aiming to give people more control over their personal data.
Thieves are targeting shoppers outside supermarkets throughout France, approaching as you unload your shopping into your boot, and waving a large road map in your face, pretending to ask directions.
It’s that time of year again, when we need to complete our French income tax returns, work out how much tax we owe, and submit them by the deadline.
France starts deducting income tax at source from 2019. We tell you what you need to know if you are tax resident in France.