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French probate and succession guides

Plain-English guides for UK families dealing with estates, property, tax, documents and professionals in France.

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I Have Inherited Property in France – What Happens Next?

Inheriting a property in France is very different from inheriting one in the UK. Learn what happens after a death, when ownership...

A loved one has died in France and you're not sure what to do next? This step-by-step guide for UK families explains the immediate...

If you're the executor of a UK estate with assets in France, you'll need to navigate both UK probate and the French succession process....

Understand why French probate often feels so different from probate in England and Wales. This guide explains the role of French notaries,...

If you're inheriting assets in France while living in the UK, you may not need to travel to sign succession documents. This guide explains...

If you're dealing with a French succession, you may be asked for a Livret de Famille (Family Record Book). Most UK families have never...

If your loved one owned property in France, you may hear the term "forced heirship." This guide explains what it means, when it applies,...

Pensions are often overlooked during a French succession, yet they can create unexpected challenges. This guide explains why you should...

If your loved one died in France but also had assets in the UK, you may need to register their death with the UK authorities before you can...

Many UK families are surprised to discover they already own their parent's French property before they die. This guide explains how...