HIGH on the list of pressing concerns when heading to France is the setting up of financial details such as pensions and investments.
It is possible to receive certain State benefits whilst in France but there is plenty of paperwork to go through and it is important to start early.
On The Telegraph website there is a useful article looking at The Centre for Non-Residents site, which is part of HM Revenue & Customs.
If you are looking to spend your retirement in France then you can get an estimate of your pension but the site will also offer advice should you be looking to leave the UK to work.
Related article:
Inland Revenue advice if leaving the UK