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Financial adviser explaining French inheritance tax, allowances, family rules, and cross-border estate planning to a retired couple on a terrace overlooking a picturesque French village.
21 Oct 2026
French Inheritance Tax for British Expats: Allowances, Family Rules, and Cross-Border Estates Explained

Navigating cross-border inheritance rules is similar to assembling a jigsaw puzzle from two completely different sets of pieces. If you are a British citizen living in France, or you have assets in both Britain and France, assuming UK rules or standard tax treaties apply may lead to unpleasant and costly surprises.

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28 Sep 2026
Regulated Financial Advice for Expats in France: What British Residents Need to Know
Moving to France changes more than your address.If you have UK pensions, investments, savings or other assets, becoming resident in France can change the tax treatment of those assets and, crucially, the regulatory framework governing the financial advice you receive.
Spanish lawyer explaining succession laws to a British expat couple during a legal consultation in Spain, with Spanish legal documents, law books, and a Spanish flag in the background.
01 Sep 2026
Spanish Succession Laws - What British Expats Need to Know
Spain is one of the most popular retirement destinations in Europe; however, many British expatriates are surprised to learn that Spanish succession and inheritance laws differ significantly from those in the UK.
A stressed man over 50 reviewing financial documents, passports, and foreign currency while planning an international move.
21 Jul 2026
Common Financial Mistakes Expats Make When Moving Abroad
Moving abroad is an exciting new chapter. Whether you're retiring to France, relocating to Spain or Portugal, or starting a new career overseas, months of planning usually go into making the move a success.
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What is an Offshore Bond?
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Planning for retirement early can help expats feel more confident and less anxious about managing assets spread across multiple countries and tax authorities.
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Retiring to Portugal from the UK in 2026: Complete, Post-Brexit Guide
Moving abroad for retirement is a significant decision, and for UK citizens, Portugal remains one of the most attractive destinations in Europe.
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What happens to my ISA if I move abroad
Many UK investors ask the same question before relocating overseas: “What happens to my ISA if I move abroad?”
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Retirement Planning: tips for retirement in France, Spain or Portugal
Planning your retirement is one of the many important financial decisions you may have to make in your life as a UK national.
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27 Feb 2026
Cost of living in France compared to the UK
Before moving, it's important to compare the cost of living in France with that in the UK.
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Retirement in France
25 Feb 2026
French Wills
Where there's a will, there's a way to reduce taxes!
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EU Taxation Matters
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Double Taxation Treaties and Overseas Pension Transfers
Individual States often have their own tax rules regarding the treatment of pensions.
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Retirement in Spain
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Best Places to Retire in Spain in 2026
Retiring in Spain has long been a goal for many British people, from those in their sixties to long-term expats currently working across the country who want to remain permanently.
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EU Taxation Matters
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Capital Gains Tax
Budget statements are always preceded by a slew of rumours and conjecture. The 2025 UK Autumn budget was no exception.
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QROPS or SIPP?
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AI and non-resident SIPPs
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SIPPs for US residents
There are many expats with UK pensions living in the USA. It can be a challenge to get access to these pensions!
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UK Inheritance Tax on Non-Resident Pensions
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Defined Benefit Pension Transfers
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QROPS transfers - rule changes - Overseas Transfer Charge
The recent UK budget has changed QROPS transfer rules and their tax treatment. Overseas Transfer Charge (OTC) of 25% now applies to EU/EEA countries too.
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Pension transfers outside EU
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Pension fraud and how to protect yourself
The introduction of the Pensions Act 2014 has resulted in a significant increase in pension fraud incidents in the UK.
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05 Jan 2025
International group pension
HR departments can address the challenge of equalising retirement benefits for their multinational workforce by creating an international group pension scheme.
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"Out with the old, in with the new." This year, take charge of your future with a solid financial planning checklist for success.
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Who is not eligible for QROPS?
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