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Are you thinking of moving to France from the UK? We understand, it’s a tempting idea moving to the country of wine cheese and croissants! Keep reading for a breakdown of moving costs, a moving checklist, and request your free moving quotes.
To give you a rough idea of how much to budget, the table below indicates the estimated cost of hiring a removal company from London to Paris by road for various-sized properties.
| Property Size | Cost |
| 1-bedroom apartment | £900 – £1,300 |
| 2-bedroom house | £1,100 – £1,600 |
| 3-bedroom house | £1,400 – £2,000 |
| 4-bedroom house | £1,800 – £2,600 |
| 5-bedroom house | £2,300 – £3,200 |
Disclaimer. The above costs only reflect average removal costs to France. The only way to get accurate figures is to request removal quotes from us, which reflect the specific characteristics of your move.
The exact nature of your move will make the price vary; the volume of your things, the distance travelled, and which removal company you choose will be decisive on the final price. You can read more on our international removal costs page.
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The process of emigrating to France after Brexit has turned a bit more complex. UK citizens need to apply for a visa if they intend to stay for more than 90 days. Depending on your situation, you may need to apply for a student, work or retirement visa.
Generally speaking, you must have resided for at least 3 years in France to be eligible for French residency. Read on the Government page about the conditions to get the residency card.
After 10 years, you are eligible to apply for a permanent resident card, once the validity of your current card ends.
| Metric | UK Average | French Average |
| Monthly rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in the city centre | £750 | £613 |
| Price per square metre to buy in the city centre | £4,187 | £6,183 |
| Cappuccino | £2.75 | £2.55 |
| 0.5L of draught beer | £3.60 | £5.40 |
| 12 eggs | £1.95 | £2.71 |
When moving to France from the UK, there are many things to consider, such as job, the best places to live in, education and taxes. Keep reading to find out more.
Choosing where to live in France can depend on your budget or preferences, with the weather and the size of the city. If you’re on a budget, avoid the Rhone, Ardennes and Paris areas, and opt for areas such as Montpellier, Marseille and Lille instead.
Some of the best places to live in France are Paris, Nice, Bordeaux, Toulouse, Montpellier and Lyon. Read more in detail about moving to France:
The best sites for finding work in France as a foreigner are:
State schools are generally allocated according to the area in which one lives. To register your child, you’ll need to submit an enrolment file that needs to include: The child’s birth certificate or passport, proof of residence, proof of insurance, proof of immunization, parents’ passports and payslips.
French Educational System
| Level | Description |
| Nursery (up to 3 years) | Daycare centres |
| Kindergarten (2 – 6 years) | Three compulsory levels – General education in core subjects |
| Primary School (6 – 11 years) | Five compulsory levels – From preparatory to elementary and middle course |
| Secondary School (11 -15 years) | Four compulsory levels – From preparatory to elementary and middle course |
| High School (15 -18 years) | Three optional levels – Choosing between general, technical or professional training. |
By now, you are well on your way to moving to France from the UK and becoming an authentic Frenchie. If you want to keep reading, check the FAQs below and some useful resources.
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