Safety first

Follow this legal checklist from Fabien Pelissier for a smooth move to France

Owning a home in France is a dream for many people. But when the owner’s away, the property can tell a very different story. Carmel O’Connell explains

If you have artistic talent, you may be able to use it to support your new life in France – Leah Rottier meets two people who have done just that, and finds out how they made it work

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Being prepared for the unexpected

The process for applying for French nationality can be long and arduous, and horror stories abound, but if you fulfil all the criteria and are prepared to tackle the paperwork required, then it is entirely doable,