APL: How can I apply for Housing Rent Subsidy from CAF?
APL is a housing assistance that the French government gives to low-income households, students, etc. It is managed by the local CAF offices across France.
Expats in France
What documents can a Landlord request from a prospective Tenant and Guarantor?
When you’re in the process of renting a property, landlords often require specific documents to confirm your identity, residence, employment, and financial situation.
France’s Winter Protection on Rental Evictions: Trêve hivernale
Every year, France ensures “trêve hivernale,” a tenant protection during winter that temporarily halts rental evictions from 1st November to 31st March.
What is Contrat d’engagement à respecter les principes de la République?
When applying for a residence permit in France or its renewal, the “Contract of Commitment to Respect the Principles of the French Republic” must be submitted. This contract in French should be signed, dated and submitted during the residence permit application process.
2025 Finance Bill: French Lawmakers Approve 33% Flat Tax on some Capital gains
The French National Assembly’s Finance Committee recently approved a proposal to raise the flat tax rate from 2025. This measure came as a compromise after calls from some left-wing members to abolish the flat tax entirely, arguing that it primarily benefits the wealthy.