Non-Resident Guides

Buying in France when you live elsewhere

French Realty supports non-residents who buy and own property in France. Our guides spell out what your country of residence and nationality really change: purchase, financing, taxation, resale, inheritance, stays. Clear, current content, always pointing to the right contact.

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Resident in United States · Buying in France while your tax life stays American

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United States residents and citizens

United States

Buying in France while your tax life stays American

Outside the European Union8 themes
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United States residents and citizens

United States

Buying in France while your tax life stays American

Outside the European Union8 themes
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United Kingdom residents

United Kingdom

Buying and keeping a foothold in France after Brexit

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in the United Arab Emirates

United Arab Emirates

From Dubai to France, an exceptional asset with full discretion

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

The Gulf's leading market, toward France's finest addresses

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in Qatar

Qatar

Strong ties with France, an asset to match

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in Kuwait

Kuwait

A tradition of wealth investment, reaching France

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in Bahrain

Bahrain

A Gulf financial centre, open to France

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Buyers resident in Oman

Oman

A measured openness, a sure taste for French art de vivre

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Canada and Quebec residents

Canada

Buying in France from Canada, without the language barrier

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Switzerland residents

Switzerland

A foothold in France, close by, with a status of its own

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Israel residents

Israel

Between Israel and France, a home that follows your life

Outside the European Union8 themes
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Belgium residents

Belgium

A French home, as simple as a fellow EU neighbour

European Union8 themes
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Germany residents

Germany

French property, German precision

European Union8 themes
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Italy residents

Italy

The French dolce vita

European Union8 themes
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Netherlands residents

Netherlands

A French home, the Dutch spirit

European Union8 themes
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Spain residents

Spain

The border is gone

European Union8 themes
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Portugal residents

Portugal

France within reach of Lisbon

European Union8 themes
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Residents of another EU country

European Union

Buying in France with the advantage of EU status

European Union8 themes
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What our guides cover

Eight themes, from first purchase to transfer, tailored to each country of residence.

Buying in France
Financing and paying
Tax while you own
Resale and capital gains
Social levies
Inheritance and transfer
Stays and visas
Ownership structures

Our role, made clear

French Realty informs, prepares and coordinates. Regulated acts (property transactions, personalised tax or legal advice, notarial deeds) are carried out by qualified partners under their own responsibility. This content is informational and is not personalised advice; have your situation validated by a professional.

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Your dedicated contact prepares your purchase and coordinates the right partners, in French, English and Portuguese. Every mission is individually quoted, with no surprises.