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Retiring to France: Essential Guide for UK & EU Expats

Your essential guide to retiring in France, financial and residency considerations for expats

Join us for an expert briefing designed to help international professionals and retirees plan a smooth and financially secure move to France.

In this session, Paul Waterman (Partner, GSB) and Dimitar Hadjiveltchev (Co-Head of CMS International Private Clients Group) share clear, practical guidance on what expats need to know before relocating — from property ownership and succession law to pensions, healthcare, and wealth structuring.

Whether you’re in the early stages of planning or already preparing for your move, this session highlights the essential legal and financial steps to take before settling in France.

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What we will cover

Property & Legal Essentials

  • The most common pitfalls overseas buyers face when purchasing property in France

  • Understanding succession law and how foreign wills are recognised

  • Forced heirship and inheritance rules for international families

Residency & Healthcare

  • Visa options and post-Brexit residency requirements for UK nationals

  • Navigating dual residency and avoiding double taxation

  • Healthcare entitlements and S1 form access for retirees

Wealth & Financial Planning

  • How UK pensions are treated when you become French tax resident

  • What’s changed for Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes (QROPS), Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), and offshore investments post-Brexit

  • The role of Assurance Vie in financial and estate planning

  • Managing currency exposure and maintaining long-term flexibility

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Disclaimer

This webinar is an educational event hosted by GSB Capital Ltd, featuring guest speakers from CMS France. The content shared during this session is for general information and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, tax, or immigration advice.
There is no commercial partnership, formal referral arrangement, or shared client activity between GSB and CMS. Each organisation is contributing independently within its own area of expertise and remains solely responsible for the services it provides.
GSB Capital Ltd is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) under licence no. F006321. CMS France is not regulated by the DFSA and does not provide financial advice.
Any financial advice relating to regulated activity will be handled solely by GSB advisers. No client data will be shared between firms without your prior consent.
This content is directed only at persons outside the United Kingdom and must not be acted upon by persons in the UK. All investments carry risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and you may get back less than you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Rules and regulations are subject to change.
You should not rely solely on the information in this webinar when making decisions; always seek personalised, independent advice from a qualified adviser licensed in your country of residence.