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transfer pension fund from uk to france

Posted by Ryan Frost | Dec 04, 2025

Transfer Pension Fund from the UK to France

For UK nationals living in France, understanding how to transfer a pension fund from the UK to France has become an important part of long term financial planning. Whether you

One life Assurance Vie

Posted by Ryan Frost | Dec 02, 2025

One Life Assurance Vie

For many expatriates living in France, choosing the right long term investment and wealth management structure is essential. Assurance Vie remains one of the most popular and tax efficient solutions

How Brexit Affects UK Nationals' Pensions Tax in France

Posted by Ryan Frost | Nov 26, 2025

How Brexit Affects UK Nationals’ Pensions Tax in France

Brexit has reshaped many aspects of life for UK nationals living in France, and one of the most common concerns is how it affects pensions and taxation. UK citizens and

When (and how) to access your pension as an expat in France

Posted by Ryan Frost | Nov 24, 2025

When (and How) to Access Your Pension as an Expat in France

For many British expatriates in France, a UK pension represents one of the most important financial assets for retirement. Moving to France does not prevent you from accessing your UK

top mistakes to avoid in an assurance vie contract

Posted by Ryan Frost | Nov 21, 2025

Top Mistakes to Avoid in an Assurance Vie Contract

For many expatriates in France, an Assurance Vie is one of the most flexible and tax efficient investment solutions available. It offers access to global investment options, advantageous inheritance treatment,

How to Pick the Right Assurance Vie for Expats

Posted by Ryan Frost | Nov 19, 2025

How to Pick the Right Assurance Vie for Expats

Choosing the right Assurance Vie is one of the most important financial decisions an expat can make when living in France. Assurance vie explained: it is a comprehensive French investment

QROPS in France

Posted by Ryan Frost | Nov 07, 2025

QROPS in France: What British Expats Need to Know

For many British expats living in France, managing a UK pension can seem confusing. Many British expatriates, including UK expats and UK expatriates, face challenges managing their pensions when moving

non resident bank account france

Posted by Ryan Frost | Oct 27, 2025

Non-Resident Bank Account France

Opening a bank account in France as a non-resident can feel complicated, especially for UK expats and any foreign national who no longer has an EU address. Yet having a

How to avoid paying UK tax on your UK pension

Posted by Ryan Frost | Oct 22, 2025

How to Avoid Paying UK Tax on Your UK Pension

For many British nationals who have retired abroad, especially in France, understanding how their UK pension is taxed can be confusing. The good news is that under the right circumstances,

7.5% tax ruling

Posted by Ryan Frost | Oct 20, 2025

Understanding the 7.5% Tax Ruling in France

When retiring in France, one of the most frequent questions from British expats is how their UK pension lump sum will be taxed. The 7.5% tax ruling under Article 163

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