SOS Anglo Blog

At SOS Anglo we try to keep everyone up to date with new developments that affect your life in France. This new blog will cover a wide range of topics, including residency, day-to-day life, administration such as tax returns, and searching for a property in France. We hope you will find it interesting and useful.

Mayenne: The historic French town you’ve never heard of but might just want to move to.

What if you could live in a place where ancient stone walls whisper stories of dukes and revolutionaries, and you could own a piece of it for less than the price of a studio in Paris? Welcome to Mayenne, a town often passed by on the map but never forgotten by those who visit...

(2nd June 2025)

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Swapping Your Licence for a French One: FAQs for a Smooth Ride

Moving to France comes with its fair share of bureaucracy, but exchanging your driving licence shouldn’t be a roadblock. At SOS Anglo, we’ve guided countless expats through the process, so let’s tackle the most common questions together!

(19th May 2025)

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From Down Under to Dream Home: How This Australian Couple Bought a House in France with SOS Anglo

Dreaming of France, Living in Confusion? You’re Not Alone. An Australian couple who dreamed of owning a piece of paradise in the French countryside quickly found themselves lost in translation - until they met Valerie from SOS Anglo. 

(22nd April 2025)

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Lost in Translation? Your Friendly French Property Buying Guide (With Real Words You’ll Actually Use!)

Buying property in France is a journey, and one sprinkled with a lot of French words that don’t show up in your high school textbook.  Good news? You don’t need to speak perfect French. You just need to know the right words, in the right context.

(7th April 2025)

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Dreaming of Life in France? How SOS Anglo Can Help You Get the Right Visa. Let’s Make It Happen!

Moving to France is an exciting adventure, but before you pack your bags and book that one-way ticket, you need the right visa. At SOS Anglo, we make the visa process as stress-free as possible so you can focus on your new life in France.

(24th March 2025)

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Cracking the Code: Your 2024 French Tax Return Made Simple with SOS Anglo

Navigating French Taxes? We’ve Got You Covered! Tax season in France is here again! It’s that time of year when even the most seasoned expats find themselves second-guessing the process.

(10th March 2025)

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Navigating WARP card (Titre de Séjour) Renewals in 2025/26: A Guide for UK Expats in France

Is your five-year residency card nearing expiration? Here’s what you need to know for a smooth renewal.

(24th February 2025)

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