Freelance - Working Remotely in France for UK clients

I'm really interested in the replies to this as I'm in the same boat. I've moved to France with my husband who is half French and continue to work freelance as an editor for a British company.

The info on taxes is complex, confusing and never seems to fit my situation, but as I take it, you only pay tax in one country (presumably UK for us) but still need to register as a company in France to be eligible for healthcare, etc.

I'd love to hear from anyone whose actually done this.

Incidentally Chris, are you able to settle in France post-Brexit easy enough?

Alice

Bonjour,

I do not know about new regulations on long-stay visa , but the schools are great here and health care excellent.So good luck, less pollution, French very polite,

@chrisbourn I think generally the answer to your question is yes.  We did something similar.  Sold our home in California and moved to France, bought a home, and continued operating my business in the U.S. with exclusively U.S. clients in the U.S..  The key was to set up a small business / profession here in France to pay taxes and "cotisations" on your income.  This will help you qualify for a Carte Vitale (healthcare). It was a bit complicated so getting a good French accountant was key for us.

Hi,

Did anyone find or know of a good accountant they would recommend? I'm in the same situation and need advice and possible help setting up a company etc.

Thanks

Hi, I've been working with the guys from fba-france.fr and they're very good. I have a personal contact with Claire Molina ([email protected]) although I think she is mostly in the HR services she can probably refer you to their accountant. Hope that helps?

@russelledkins

Hi,

I had a company for over 30 years and my accountant was CERES,10 Av. Félix Faure in Nice 06000. 04 97 036363.

Very competent and available.