France in 2024
Everything you need to know about the big changes, new laws and important dates in France in 2024.
Why 2024 (especially May) is a very good year for holidays in France
Some good news is on the horizon - if you will be working in France in 2024, then you can look forward to a very good year for holidays.
Hotels, tickets and scams: What to know about visiting Paris for the 2024 Olympics
As excitement mounts for the Paris 2024 Games, many are thinking about how much they should budget, the best places to watch events and how to avoid scams. Here's our guide for Olympic or Paralympic visitors.
Who is hiring in France in 2024
Unemployment in France rose slightly at the end of 2023, but plenty of firms are advertising jobs across the country. Here’s who’s looking for new staff in 2024.
How France's €100-per-month electric car lease scheme works
Motorists in France can now take advantage of a new deal for leasing electric vehicles, aimed at boosting take-up by helping lower-income households with the costs - here's how it works and who is eligible.
France increases taxes on SUVs and high-polluting vehicles
The French government has extended the 'surtaxe' it charges on SUVs and high-polluting vehicles, as local authorities look for new ways to crack down on SUVs in cities.
Will 2024 be a good year to buy property in France?
Whether you are looking to move house, buy or sell property in France in 2024, here is what you can expect from the property market.
New flight routes to France in 2024
Several airlines have announced new routes in and out of France in 2024, with Brittany and the Riviera among the places seeing the biggest increases.
What changes about life in France in 2024
From new laws on driving, housing, property tax and household waste to elections, price increases and the Paris Olympics - here's what is happening in France in 2024 (and by the way, it's a very good year for holidays).
The new laws in France in 2024
From driving to recycling, property taxes to (maybe) new rules on immigration - here are the new laws that come into effect in France in 2024.
Compulsory composting: What changes for recycling in France in 2024
From January 1st 2024 the 'compost obligatoire' rules come into effect in France - so what does that actually mean for households?
PODCAST: What to expect in France in 2024 - from politics to travel news and the Olympic Games
What can we expect in France in 2024? The team at the Talking France podcast attempt to predict everything from politics to travel news and, of course, the Paris Olympics.
What prices will rise in France in 2024?
From food to fuel, medical costs to property taxes and stamps - here's how prices will rise in France in 2024, and how much to budget for daily life.
The big changes for train travel across Europe in 2024
Whether it be new 'nightsleepers' or eastward expansions, a whole host of new intra-European train routes and schedules are set to be launched in 2024. Here are the details thanks to The Man in Seat 61.
What changes for drivers in France in 2024
Law changes, speed limits, fuel prices and road signs - there's a lot of changes if you're driving in France in 2024.
Plastic bans to repair bonus: How France's anti-waste laws work
France has a remarkable set of anti-waste laws that lay out a six-year plan to reduce waste, end single-use plastics and encourage consumers to repair and recycle their stuff. Here's what is in store for 2024 and beyond
France to offer €25 to cover the cost of mobile phone repairs
Breaking your phone screen or messing up your speaker can be a real pain, but luckily the French government is here to help with a flat-rate bonus on repairs for the everyday tech you rely on.
How the EU's EES and ETIAS border systems will affect foreigners in France
You will likely have heard about the EU's new border control systems known as EES and ETIAS - but many of the changes will not affect people living in France.
14 reasons to visit France in 2024
From beaches and festivals to skiing, via the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, the reopening of Notre-Dame and of course the Paris Olympics - here's why France should be on your travel list in the next year