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At this time of year, we see a big shift in France property hunters making the trip to go and find that dream home of theirs, and what better time to do it, where you can begin to see that ideal home abroad in bloom as spring comes.

French tax season is almost here and we’ve got the new tax bands for 2025, plus how to secure train tickets for the 2025 summer holidays and send us your burning questions about moving to France. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.

Getting it wrong can mean costly delays—or worse, visa denials that set you back months or even years. So, if you’re considering relocating to Europe, here’s what you need to know to avoid common pitfalls and ensure a smooth transition.

If you live and work in France, there’s a good chance that you will qualify for the Mon Compte Formation (CPF) initiative, an annual training budget that you can use for professional development, work-related training, and language tuition. For foreigners in France, this budget can also often be used to fund French language lessons and the TCF exam and training required for residency cards and citizenship applications. Here’s what you need to know.

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There’s some potentially troubling news for US citizens in France thanks to President Trump’s most recent proposals, while the UK’s ETA website opens to EU and EEA citizens. Here are the French news stories you need to know about this week.

The UK has introduced a new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), required for all non-UK citizens visiting the country from 2025 onwards. Here’s everything you need to know

Tax season is here, and if you are a non-resident of France, filing your income tax return can be particularly challenging due to strict regulations. As an income tax return service for non-residents of France, we will outline key considerations when filing and provide resources to assist you if you don’t yet have an accountant.

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