Richard Haylock, Dordogne
Who are you?
My name’s Richard Haylock, and my wife’s Alison.Where, when and why did you move abroad?
We moved to the Dordogne in November 2014 after retiring and wishing to open a B+B in a warmer country than Scotland.
Country: France
How To Find An Apartment In Cannes
The French port of Cannes is a legendarily lovely place to live, with its silver screen associations and glamorous image. For many people, it’s the first place that comes to mind when they think of the South of France: yachts,
Bruce Smith, Clerac
Who are you?
Bruce Smith, a fashion portrait and fine art photographer, author of photography books and tutor of photography.Where, when and why did you move abroad?
I moved to Clerac near Bordeaux in March 2015 to help a friend
How Will The New Carte De Sejour Rules Affect You?
As Brexit continues to loom, it is strongly suggested that UK passport holders living in France apply for a carte de séjour (French residency permit). This is not a current legal requirement, but if this is done before Brexit, it
Laura, Haute Vienne
Who are you?
My name is Laura, I’m a 34-year-old blogger and psychotherapist living in France since the end of 2018. I work here in France as a micro-entrepreneur offering online counselling to English speakers all over the world. I
How Might The Changes To France’s Taxation System Affect You?
A new year brings new changes to the French Tax system. They are not as dramatic as they have been in some previous years, but there are still some significant changes.The biggest ones are the introduction of a PAYE system
How Might The Changes To France’s Pension Reforms Affect You?
The French government is in the process of a total pension revamp. Currently, there are two main compulsory pension plans: ARRCO and AGIRC. AGIRC applies primarily to white-collar employees, while ARRCO applies mostly to blue-collar staff. These French pension plans
How To Insure Your Pet In France
As expats, we know that each move to a new country means mountains of research and paperwork. You’ll have to open new bank accounts, fill in forms, and take out new insurance policies. If you’re shopping for insurance abroad, you
What Documentation Will You Need To Stay In France Following Brexit?
Brexit: it’s been the topic on everyone’s minds ever since Article 50 was triggered by Theresa May on March 29th, 2017. As the UK’s date to leave the European Union (EU) draws closer, speculation over what will happen with regards
An Expat Guide to Car Insurance In France
Moving abroad can be confusing at the best of times. There’s so much to learn with regards to properties, locations and culture – and that’s before you add in the paperwork!However, when it comes to getting your documentation in place,