Prepare for your retirement in France with the right guidance and a clear understanding of the process. Plan your move with confidence, from visas and pensions to healthcare and settling in, supported by expert insight at every stage. Download your free How to retire to France guide.
Your guide to planning a successful retirement to France
Thinking about retiring to France? Making the move work smoothly means planning with purpose, not relying on assumptions or outdated advice.
This free guide gives you a clear, step by step approach to retiring in France, helping you understand what to prepare, when to act and how to avoid common pitfalls.
What youโll find inside
Retiring abroad involves more than choosing where to live. In this guide youโll discover how to:
- prepare properly before you move so you meet visa and residency requirements
- Understand income thresholds, tax rules and healthcare access
- Choose locations and property types that suit retirement living
- Work confidently with lawyers, advisers and other local professionals
- Spot potential issues that can cause delays or unexpected costs
- Use practical checklists to stay organised before and after your move
Whether you are still exploring your retirement options or actively planning your move, this guide helps you make informed decisions and approach retirement in France with clarity.
With the right retirement guidance, youโll be better prepared to plan your future in France, whether you are considering rural areas, coastal regions, mountain locations or city living.
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โBorn from experience, built to inspire.
When our founders saw their own familyโs overseas property dream fall apart, they set out to create a better way.
Thatโs why Your Overseas Home exists โ to make moving abroad clear, exciting, and achievable.
Today, we help thousands of people find international properties, plan with confidence, and turn complex decisions into a simple, enjoyable journey.โJana Korpova-Harris
Managing Director of Your Overseas Home
We are proud to partner with some of the best names in the real estate industry and dedicated to help international buyers buy a property in France.
