Archived Newsletter Issue 195 : Wednesday 07 March 2018
Inside you will find practical information and advice on French property ownership, visiting France and living in France.
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France Residence Permit Language Test Toughened
The French government have raised the minimum level of French language competence required for those seeking a permanent resident permit.
07 Mar 2018
Speed Camera Blackspots in France
A recent report from the French Ministry of Transport highlights the growing success of the speed camera network.
07 Mar 2018
The French Village at Manchester Central 2018
We shall be hosting our popular ‘French Village’ at A Place in the Sun Live international property exhibition, Manchester Central 16th-18th March 2018.
08 Feb 2018
Smart Electricity Meter Programme Under Fire
The French national audit office has criticised the roll-out of electricity smart meters as ‘costly’ for users and ‘generous’ for EDF.
07 Mar 2018
Legal Aid in France 2018
The income thresholds to obtain legal aid in France have been increased for 2018, but there are also other ways of obtaining assistance with legal advice.
07 Mar 2018
French Social Charges in 2018
Social charges have been increased this year, but they remain partially tax deductible and there are a number of exemptions.
07 Mar 2018
Sterling/Euro Exchange Rate Review February 2018
February was a volatile month for the pound to euro exchange rate, with some dramatic peaks and falls taking place, writes Ben Scott of FC Exchange.
07 Mar 2018
Guide to French Wealth Tax
We have updated our guide to the wealth tax in France, to reflect the significant changes to the tax that now apply.
07 Mar 2018
A Furnished Gîte or a Hotel?
The owner of a gîte in France has failed in their attempt to obtain improved tax advantages by offering a breakfast service to their guests.
07 Mar 2018
Guide to Starting a Micro-Entreprise Business
We have updated and substantially enlarged our guide to setting up and running a micro-entreprise business in France.
07 Mar 2018
Big Rise in La Poste Tariffs
La Poste letter delivery prices have been increased by an average of around 10% this year, with smaller increases for parcel delivery.
07 Mar 2018
The End of French Camembert?
An agreement reached last month will allow the use of pasteurised milk in the production of AOP Camembert.
07 Mar 2018
Advertise at A Place in the Sun Live, Manchester 2018
Advertise your property for sale in our French Village at A Place in the Sun Live, Manchester Central, and get up to six months advertising on our main property portal.
08 Feb 2018
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