Prepare for your trip to Buy a property in France with the right guidance and without pitfalls. Explore properties for sale in France with confidence guided by our experts. Download your free Viewing Trip Guide to France.
Your guide to planning a successful France viewing trip
Thinking about travelling to France to view properties? Getting the most from your trip means planning with purpose, not just hopping on a flight and hoping things fall into place.
This free guide gives you a step-by-step approach to planning a viewing trip that works for your goals, your budget and your timeline.
What youโll find inside
Buying property abroad can feel different to buying at home, and a viewing trip brings extra layers to consider. In this guide youโll discover how to:
- Prepare before you travel so you see the right homes and avoid wasting time
- Set sensible expectations around price, paperwork and timings
- Choose the best areas and property types for your needs
- How to talk and work with agents, lawyers and other local professionals with confidence
- Spot issues you might overlook when viewing on your own
- Use checklists to stay organised on the ground
Whether you are just starting to explore France or already have a shortlist of homes you want to see in person, this guide will help you plan smarter, focus your viewings and make better decisions.
With the right buying advice in France, youโll be ready to find and purchase your dream property safelyโwhether in Provence, the Cรดte dโAzur, Occitanie, Brittany, the Dordogne, Normandy, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, the French Alps, or Paris.
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Comprehensive support for every step of the way
Expert advice and access to properties for sale in France โ from Provence and the Cรดte dโAzur to Brittany and Paris.
A trusted team of experts
Get support from French property lawyers, vetted agents, and financial specialists to buy with confidence.
Local expertise on the ground
From Paris to Provence, our team and partners answer questions and guide you through French property buying.
Clear answers for buyers
Learn about French visas, legal processes, mortgages, taxes, and currency exchange before you buy.
Properties across France
Browse homes in Provence, Cรดte dโAzur, Dordogne, Brittany, Normandy, Paris, and the French Alps.
New builds & developments
Discover new homes and off-plan properties in France with modern design, warranties, and energy efficiency.
Webinars & buyer tools
Join live webinars with French mortgage, legal, and visa experts, plus guides and Q&A to support you.
Why Choose Us
Why choose Your Overseas Home
Join thousands of buyers who trust Your Overseas Home โ independently rated on Trustpilot for delivering expert guidance and seamless overseas property journeys.
Trusted guidance
Our experts and every process verified. Youโre always in safe hands, whether you are talking to us or our experts.
Lifestyle and investment balance
We understand this is more than a property. Itโs your life, your legacy, your future returns so being in safe hands is our priority.
Innovative experiences
Virtual viewings, expert webinars, and clear guides โ helping you start living the dream before you even get on a plane.
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.
