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The ins and outs of the French financial system and how it can affect you. In-depth explanations of everything you need to know about
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Essential INFOrmation for Living in France
Building & Renovation
Building Construction in France: Responsibility, Regulations & Insurance
Building plans, permissions, regulations, responsibility and builders insurance: information on contractual terms for contractors, architects or engineers. What you need to know when planning to build, renovate or alter property in France. Find out more...
Building in France: French Planning, Forms & Permits
Information on French building permits and planning forms introduced in October 2007. With explanations on each permit (Certificat d'urbanisme, Permis de construire, Declaration prealable, etc.) when building, renovating or altering property on France. Find out more...
Building in France: French Process for Building & Renovations
The processes, permits and organisations you need when planning to build, renovate or alter a house in France. With explanations on the Code de l'Urbanisme, Plan Local d'Urbanisme (PLU), Carte Communale, understanding COS and calculating SHON. Find out more...
Diagnostic Survey Reports when Selling Property in France
Detailed information on the obligatory and recommended survey reports needed before you can sell a house or property in France: Energy Performance (DPE), asbestos, lead, gas, termites, foul water drainage; and the Diagnostic Immobilier who can help. Find out more...
French Building Jargon Guide
The words you need to know in French - and their English equivalents when engaged in building or renovating a property in France. Find out more...
Installing and Using Gas Heating and Appliances in France
Information on the process of installing gas water heaters, cookers, home heating and other bottle gas appliances in France. Find out about gas piping, ventilation, the fitters' qualifications, Certificates of Conformity and other French gas regulations Find out more...
Plumbing and Domestic Water Supply in France
An introduction to the plumbing and water supply systems in France. What you need to know about the high calcium content of the water, the water pressure, copper and PVC pipes and joints and common plumbing problems in France. Find out more...
Septic Tanks & Wastewater in France
Information on the regulations, workings, installation and maintenance of a wastewater system - the fosse septiques - in France. Find out more...
Swimming Pool Law
Information for swimming pool owners on the legal obligations and new regulations for pool security systems to help prevent drowning accidents. Find out more...
The French Domestic Electrical System
The basics on French house wiring and how it compares to home electrics in the United Kingdom. Find out more...
Business Services
Auto-Entrepreneur
Information on how to set up as a sole trader or start a small business in France re-selling goods or materials, or offering services. With an explanation on the taxes due, invoicing and book-keeping obligations. Find out more...
Freelance in France - Working Through a Portage Salarial
Freelance workers resident in France must be correctly registered to receive payments. Portage Salarial organisations act as "agents" and provide a service through which a freelance worker can legally invoice clients and receive social security Find out more...
French Job Contracts
Information on the various types of job contract used for people working in France. Details for employers and employees on the fixed term contract (CDD), long-term contract (CDI), part-time and temporary job contracts (contrat de travail a temps partiel) Find out more...
Online Translation
Use the power of the Internet to get from French to English, and back again. Translate words, phrases, sentences - even entire Web pages! Find out more...
Owning & Running Holiday Accommodation
Information on the legal obligations of gite and chambre d'hote owners in France. If you run self-catering accommodation or provide Bed & Breakfast hospitality there are certain obligations to fulfill. Find out more...
Starting a Business in France
Information on how to set up a French business: details on the self-employed sole trader (EI), limited liability single operator (EURL) and the SARL (company). Plus: documents needed to register at the CFE, and tax regimes BIC, BNC and Micro-entreprise. Find out more...
Unemployment in France
Unemployed? Retrenched? Information on Assedic and ANPE, the French national organisations dealing with issues relating to unempolyment benefits and job seekers. Find out more...
Working in France
All you need to know about working in France - you and the Law. Information direct from the EU. Find out more...
Cars, Bikes & Driving
Buying & Selling a Car in France: Carte Grise Vehicle Registration
Buying or selling a used car? The details on the vehicle registration documents and other paperwork needed when buying, selling or scrapping a car, moving house or needing to replace a lost or stolen Carte Grise. Find out more...
Car Accidents in France
Information on what to do when you have a road traffic accident on French roads: who to call and how to fill in the accident report document - the constat amiable d'accident given you by your insurer, after a car crash. Find out more...
Controle Technique
The compulsory roadworthiness test for your car or other motor vehicle in France: why, when, where and how to get it done. Find out more...
Driving in France
Motoring notes on the driving laws and you. An introduction to what you must (and must not) do when driving on roads in France: licences, speeding, parking and alcohol intake limits. Find out more...
Foreign Driving Licences in France
Information on how to exchange your foreign driver's licence for a French licence. Information applies to European Union citizens (UK, EU etc) as well as people with American, Australian, Canadian or South African driving licences. Find out more...
French Driving Licences
The information you need on how to apply for a French driving licence, learn the Code de la Route, the role of the driving instructor, applying for a learner's licence and taking the oral examination and driving test to get a driving licence in France. Find out more...
Glossary of Car Mechanical & Breakdown Terms
Comprehensive list of French terms and phrases useful if the car has broken down, has a flat tyre or if the keys are locked inside. Also a list of mechanical terminology and car parts in English and French for dealing with auto repairs and mechanics. Find out more...
Importing a Caravan, Camping Car or Trailer in France
Information on how to register a foreign caravan, trailer or camper van in France: getting the vehicle to conform to French requirements, where to go to and how to arrange for the vehicle to be check and what paperwork to take to get the registration. Find out more...
Registering a Foreign Vehicle in France
The information you need if importing a new or used car or motorcycle to France. Where to get the certificate of conformity (proof of homologation), where to take the vehicle (the DRIRE) and how to get a UK or mainland EU or US car onto French plates. Find out more...
The Green Card
Also known as the International Motor Insurance Certificate, this is an internationally recognised document (in countries in which the Green Card is valid) and acts as recognisable proof of third party car insurance in case of road accident while abroad Find out more...
Community Life
Bringing up Toddlers and Children in France
Information for parents with young children moving to or living in France: infant and child health matters (the carnet de sante), private and state
facilities for out of school activities, child benefits and financial aid, and school traditions. Find out more...
Creating an Association Loi 1901 in France
Information on how to form a non-profit association in France. This simple, legal organisation is appropriate for sports clubs, national groups, community and social organisations. Find out more...
Daylight Savings Time
The clocks change twice a year moving from winter (standard) time to summer time and back. Find out when, and how France's time relates to the rest of the world. Find out more...
Death & Dying in France
Information on what to do if someone dies in France and how and where to report the death. Also how to arrange a burial in a French cemetery; a cremation, and where you may scatter ashes. Plus how to repatriate the body of the deceased to their home. Find out more...
Factsheets on France
All you need to know about You, the Law - and Living, Working, Driving, Travelling, Shopping and Learning in France. Information directly from the EU. Find out more...
Getting Married in France
The French marriage process can seem complicated and confusing to foreigners. Here, we explain all you need to know about having your wedding in France. Find out more...
Living in France
The low-down on Right of Residence,
Rights and Obligations of Residents and
Tax in France.
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Living with Teenagers in France
Information the facilities available for out-of-school activities for young people and teens in France. This includes details on holiday jobs, volunteer work and exchange programmes, drugs, alcohol, scooters and driving, and teenage pregnancy. Find out more...
Lost/Stolen Bank/Credit Cards, Cheques & Mobile Telephones
Personal effects lost or stolen? Here are notes on who to call and what to do. Find out more...
PACS: the Pacte Civil de Solidarite
Everything you need to know about a legal alternative to marriage in France, PACS, which affords couples many of the legal rights of a traditionally married couple. It is also recognsied for same-sex couples. Also called: to pacser. Find out more...
Postal codes
Posting a letter in France? The post code numbers for all addresses in all communes that make up towns and villages int France. Find out more...
Public Holidays in France
A calendar of the national vacation days when businesses, schools and banks close and people get the day off in France. With links to holidays in the UK and US. Find out more...
Voting in France
If you're an EU citizen you can vote in some French elections. This page tells you how. Find out more...
Voting in the Australian Federal Elections
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Australian Federal Election. Find out more...
Voting in the UK General Elections
Everything the expatriate UK citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details are all here...
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Voting in the US Presidential Elections
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the US Presidential election. Find out more...
Computers & Technology
France Telecom: Key Information
France Telecom the country's telecoms network for land lines, mobile/cellular phones and internet. Handy telephone numbers for installation, complaints, directory enquiries and more. Find out more...
Getting Online in France
Information on the many companies offering Internet access in France with details on the services available and contact information for the service provider. Find out more...
Telephone Directories
Online phone books for France, the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, the Scandinavian countries and others of relevance to AngloINFO's users. Find out more...
WiFi Internet Access
How to find a public-access wireless Internet (802.11) hotspot in France or throughout the world. Find out more...
Education & Training
Education & Training in France
The facts about schooling, studying and research in France - essential information direct from the EU headquarters. Find out more...
Schooling in France
You, the EU, France - and the Law. This is the essential information, brought to you straight from EU headquarters by AngloINFO. Find out more...
Entertainment & Arts
DVB in France - Television Numerique Terrestre (TNT)
Information on TNT digital TV in France: where it reaches, how to get connected and what programming might be available. Find out more...
PAL, SECAM & NTSC: Using a TV in France
Information on the various TV standards that exists worldwide and what TVs can be used in France. Find out more...
Satellite TV Highlights
Make the most of your French satellite television system from Canal Satellite or TPS with our guide to VO TV. Find out more...
TV in France
An overview of TV providers (satellite and terrestrial) and how to get yourself connected to English-language programming in France. Find out more...
Financial & Legal
Banking, Cheques & the Carte Bleue in France
Information on opening a French bank account (what documents to provide), the debit card and setting up debit orders. Information includes a sample of how to write a French check and an explanation of the RIB and TIP. Also: banking jargon guide. Find out more...
Carte de Sejour
If you stay in France for over three months and you are not an EU citizen - if you are American, Canadian, Australian, South African or from elsewhere outside the EU - you will you need a titre de sejour residency permit. Here's how. Find out more...
Divorce in France
Information on the stages of the process involved in a married couple separating an ending a marriage in France and the types of non-contested French divorce available. With details on the possible financial consequences of each type. Find out more...
Employing Casual Labour in France
The Cheque Emploi Service Universel (CESU) method of paying for domestic workers. How to register and use it (both employers and employees). Also information on Cheque Emploi Tres Petites Entreprises (CETPE) staff payment system for small business owners Find out more...
Equal Opportunities
What EU law says must happen to protect human rights in the area of equal opportunities for all. Even in France. Find out more...
Foreign Exchange & Property Purchase in France
Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer. Find out more...
Foreign Exchange Options
A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency to Euros - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis. Find out more...
French Income Tax: Being Tax Resident in France
Information on becoming a taxpayer in France, when and how submit your return and details on the tax bands applied to your income. Also find out how other incomes may be taxed (pensions, rental income, interest, dividends), social charges and benefits. Find out more...
French Tax Payment Deadlines
Brief explanation of French taxes, with information on the payment dates of: income tax (impot sur le revenue), occupiers tax (taxe d'habitation), audiovisual tax (redevance audiovisuelle ) and land tax (taxe fonciere). Find out more...
French Taxes: Wealth, Inheritance, Gift and Property Tax
Information on general taxation in France: wealth tax, inheritance/succession taxes, gift tax, and property tax payments due by residents of France and non-residents with assets in France. Includes tables of tax rates, deductions and allowances. Find out more...
Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here. Find out more...
Inheritance Law in France
Information on the system of heirship for residents and those with fixed assets in France. The rules of reserved and unreserved allocations and how to make it work for you. Information includes details on legal changes introduced January 2007. Find out more...
Insurance & Insuring a Vehicle in France
General information on taking out and cancelling a French insurance policy, with comprehensive details on insuring a vehicle (options from third party to all risks) and making a claim. Page includes a glossary of terminology used by insurance agents. Find out more...
Making Regular International Money Transfers to France
An introduction to the options available to you if you need to make regular payments in Euros, in France, from an account in a different currency (such as Dollars, Pounds Sterling, Rand, Yen and so on) elsewhere in the world. Find out more...
Pensions for Britons Retiring in France
Information for British citizens resident in France on how to manage and make the most of the various pensions schemes that may be available. With information on private pensions, using a UK pension Ffund, a QROPS and transferring a pension abroad. Find out more...
Succession and Inheritance Tax in France
A person resident in France or owning property in France could be affected by French succession and inheritance taxes. Whether you are an heir of assets or whether you are planning your estate, you should understand French tax rules. Find out more here. Find out more...
Wills in France
The key information you need regarding inheritance law and will-making in France. Find out more...
Health, Fitness & Beauty
Avian Influenza - the H5N1 bird flu virus in France 2006
Information on the health and risk situation in France with links to government sources of information (in French), the Grippe Avaire hotline and further English-language links. Find out more...
E112 Form: Obtaining Medical Treatment in Other EU Countries
Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered. Find out more...
European Health Insurance Card
Launched June 2004, the "Health Card" is for EU residents to use to access medical resourses when travelling outside of their EU country of residence. Find out more...
French Health Insurance
Information on the French medical insurance system, the CMU and top-up insurance (or mutuel) and the purpose of a carte vitale: how, where and why to register in the system. Find out more...
French Medical Terminology
Comprehensive list of English terms for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments - and their French equivalents. Also a dictionery of terminology for a visit to the dentist. Find out more...
French Social Security Organisations
A simple guide the various Social Security organisations in France - their responsibilities and what they do for you in sickness, unemployment, maternity and pregnancy, retirement and other times of financial need. Find out more...
Having a Baby in France
The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in France. Who to contact and what to expect from the French system throughout the pregnancy and the post-natal period: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and the Livret de Famille. Find out more...
Heat Wave & Water Restrictions in France
Information and links to daily French government information on the heat warnings and water restrictions for the summer season. Find out more...
Medecin Traitant or Attending Medical Practitioner
The role of the referring doctor in France: how to select and nominate a general practitioner or other specialist to be your family doctor. Find out more...
Psychiatrists, Psychologists & Psychotherapists in France
Explanation on the qualifications and training disciplines you can expect from psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists and psychoanalysts practising in France.
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Qualifying for French Disability Benefits
Find out who qualifies for disability benefits in France, called Allocation aux adultes handicapes (AAH), and how a legal French resident can apply for assessment and financial aid from CAF (Caisse d'Allocations Familiales). Find out more...
Smokers & Smoking in France
Information on the laws of February 2007 and January 2008 concerning the banning of smoking in public places in France: schools, public transport, hospitals, administrative buildings, office buildings and youth recreation areas. Find out more. Find out more...
Social Security in France: Terminology
Information on what to do if someone dies in France and how and where to report the death. Also how to arrange a burial in a French cemetery; a cremation, and where you may scatter ashes. Plus how to repatriate the body of the deceased to their home. Find out more...
Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in France
Information on IVG and legal, safe abortion in France. Find out when and where it may be performed, who qualifies for this procedure and how to arrange it. With details of the French family planning organisation, hospitals and health centres for IVG. Find out more...
Home & Garden
Leaving France & Moving On
Information on what to do when moving from France; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets. Find out more...
Pet Threats & Animal Dangers
Insects, snakes and other things that may threaten the health and safety of dogs living in or on holiday in France, with information on what to do about the dangers of processionary caterpillars and leishmaniasis. Find out more...
Pet Travel and Moving with Animals to France
Information on the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS), the European Pet Passport and travelling with your pet to or from Spain. Information includes moving pets to or from the UK and Ireland, the USA and Canada and other EU and non-EU countries. Find out more...
Sheep & Goat Identification in France
Owners of sheep and goats (even if they have just one) are responsible for the identification of the animal and will be fined if their animal is not properly registered and identified. Here you will find information on registering your animals. Find out more...
Property & Real Estate
Buying a House or Property in France
If you are looking to buy property in France whether as your main residence, a second home or as an investment property, AngloINFO has a great deal of information available to help you. Find out more...
French Capital Gains Tax on Property, Shares & Goods
Information on capital gains tax in France, on how it is applied to properties, shares and movable goods belonging to foreign residents and non-residents. Find out what it is, the method of calculation, the exemptions and the process for payment. Find out more...
French Leasebacks: Buying Off-Plan
Information on the property investment opportunity presented by buying apartments in development complexes in France, with explanations on what a leaseback is, the benefits and disadvantages to a buyer, methods of financing and how to exit from the plan. Find out more...
French Property Capital Gains Tax FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and the answers on the the new rules for captail gains tax introduced in January 2004 and the effect they could have on your purchase of property in France. Find out more...
French Property Taxes
An explanation of the annual property taxes charged to a home owner and a tenant in France: the occupier's tax (taxe d'habitation) and the owner's tax (taxe fonciere bati and non-bati). Find out when payment is due and where and how to pay. Find out more...
Mortgages in France: The Price and Procedure
A step-by-step guide to the practical process involved in getting a mortgage to cover the purchase of a property in France and the types of mortgage funding that may be available depending on your circumstances. Find out more...
Property Purchase Transaction in France
French real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale in France you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in France. Find out more...
Real Estate Jargon
When reading the property classifieds looking for a house or apartment to buy or to rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are translations of the key French real estate words and phrases, in English. Find out more...
Renting a House or Apartment in France
Information on finding a house or apartment to let. Details on the lease agreement (bail a loyer), deposit requirements and the condition report, insurance, the landlord and tenant's obligations and terminating a lease agreement, and the annual taxes.
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SCI and Property Purchase
Explanation on the benefits and purpose of an SCI or Société Civile Immobilière when buying property in France Find out more...
Selling Property in France
A general overview of the process and points to bear in mind when selling a house, apartment or land in France. Find out more...
SIPPs - Self Invested Personal Pensions
Buying Property in France utilising a SIPP: the facts you need to know about purchasing property in France via a Self Invested Personal Pension. Find out more...
Syndics and Coproprietaires
Explanation on the rights and responsiblities of the owner of an apartment; the Coproprietaire; the Syndic and the Conseil Syndical. Find out more...
Shopping & Style
Buying Goods & Services
You, the EU, France - and the Law. This is the essential information, brought to you straight from EU headquarters by AngloINFO. Find out more...
Conversion Tables
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing conversion tables. Find out more...
Furniture, Hardware & Appliance Shopping
French chain stores that supply the basic furniture, home furnishings (curtains, carpets, cushions) white goods and electrical appliances (fridges, stoves, kettles, washing machines and tumble dryers, dishwashers, TVs and computers) and DIY for your home Find out more...
Sport & Leisure
Driving in Ice & Snow
Some handy tips on safety when heading to the Alpine hills in winter, with useful information and links to essential weather and snow report websites. Find out more...
Golf in France
Information for the golfer on golfing in France: the clubs, facilities and golf organisations. With information on the French licence, transferring a handicap and the Carte Verte. Find out more...
Hunting & Licences to Hunt in France
Gun hunting is tightly controlled in France in terms of the species that may be hunted and the people who may hunt. A person must undergo exams and evaluations in order to get a permit. Here is information on shooting seasons and how to get a licence. Find out more...
Motor Boat Permits
Are you legal to drive that yacht, jet-ski or speedboat? The low-down on the permits needed to stay within the law if you want to take the helm of a boat - whether yours or a charter - in France Find out more...
Mushroom Picking in France
France's fields and forests have a wide variety of edible mushrooms. But before heading out to pick them it is essential to know if permission is required. Find out where to go and how to find out if a mushroom is edible. Find out more...
Petanque
Petanque: the great game of boules - pointers to all the information you could want about the South of France's favourite sport.
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Safety in the Snow
Information and practical tips on safety and regulations that apply to skiing, snowboarding or participating in any other winter sports in France: the 10 FIS Rules for Conduct, the meaning of avalanche flag warnings and more. Find out more...
Tour de France
This international cycle race takes place each year in France, over three weeks in July. Find out more about the race and its history, how the teams work and the meaning of the various jerseys (yellow, white, polka dot) and the route map for this year. Find out more...
Travel & Tourism
Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more. Find out more...
Boating on Canals and Navigable Waterways of France
What you need to know for owning a barge or for a holiday or trip on French canals, rivers and waterways. How to operate locks, what times can you sail and types of boat licences and permits that may be required. Find out more...
France - Facts & Figures
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about France, supplied by the CIA. Find out more...
French Tourist Offices Overseas
Tourist offices telling people in other countries about France. Find out more...
Travelling in France
The legal points you should now - from visas to consumer rights. Find out more...
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