In this meticulously revised and updated 3rd edition you'll find all you need to know to make your move to France trouble free, and your stay there - whether short or long term - successful. It covers topics such as: Renting or buying a property and renovating a property, and settling into your new home; Finding employment and understanding the working environment; Self-employment and student employment; Retiring in France; Accessing health and welfare services; Enrolling in education for children and adults; Travelling around France; Enjoying your leisure time; and, Discovering the regions of France.

Contents: Preface; 1. Introducing France; 2. Making a Successful Move to France; 3. Renting Property in France; 4. Buying and Renovating Property in France; 5. Settling into Your Home; 6. Finding Employment; 7. Working in France; 8. Self-employment and Student Employment; 9. Retiring in France; 10. Accessing Health and Welfare Services; 11. Enrolling for Education; 12. Travelling Around France; 13. Enjoying Your Leisure Time; 14. Discovering the Regions of France; Further reading; Index.