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French and UK Currency Differences

When Rod and Linda decided to retire to France in 2004, they thought that they would be well off and live a comfortable life with ...
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Five important things to know about banking in France

  The answers to five common questions about banking in France: How do I write a cheque/check out in France? Always write it in French ...
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Five frequently asked questions about banking in France

We have all the answers you need to the most frequently asked questions about French banks and banking in France: Can I open a bank ...
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Your French Bank Statement Explained

  Your French bank statement pops into your post box, you open it and find a raft of words, expressions and abbreviations that you’ve never ...
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Paying cash deposits into a French bank

Paying cash into a French bank might be a little more difficult than you would think – or hope. Many banks in France are regionalised ...
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What is an RIB in France?

  An RIB or Relevé d’Identité Bancaire is a French bank document which details the coordinates of your bank branch and account. When you live ...
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Cashiers Checks – Bankers Drafts in France

  Cheques or Checks are called chèques in France. The equivalent of a Banker’s Draft is a chèque de banque and they are generally used ...
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French Bank Complaints

  What do you do if you have a complaint against your French bank? Details of what action to take and who to contact for ...
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French Bank Charges

Everything you need to know about French bank charges, you can’t avoid them completely but you can be aware of and manage them. By law ...
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Bank Overdrafts in France

  Bank overdrafts in France are called “découvert”. An authorised bank overdraft is called a “découvert autorisé”. Overdrafts in France are generally frowned upon unless ...
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