britishinfrance
The official site for the British Community Committee of France

Welcome to  our network of member organisations which offers a wide range of social and professional activities, as well as addressing common concerns of the British community in France.

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Have you got an enquiry for which you would like an answer?

You can send your question:

Either to the British Embassy's contact form (see below)

Or to the BCC by going to the "Who's Who" page from the menu above
Click here to go to the Embassy contact form

BCC Members posters archive

Click here to see our Members' posters presenting their activities or events

See Posters
Clicking on this link will take you to the British Embassy page.

Do you need to renew your British Passport?

Applications can be sent on line, and you save a few £s compared to the price of a "paper" application.

Go to our information page on how to apply
Read here all about British in Europe's work

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Latest News

Voisins Voices

Welcome to the December Edition of Voisins Voices 

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If you are a BCC member association, your 2024 subscription is now due

As was announced at the January Quarterly meeting, the 2024 BCC subscription of €20 is now due.

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UK pensions - how to increase its value with voluntary contributions

If you worked in the UK before moving to France, you may have a UK pension entitlement that can be increased by voluntary contributions.

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Voting in the UK for British Citizens

British Citizens are now able to vote in British Parliamentary elections, and registration on the electoral role is now open.

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The BCC: who is on the Executive Committee?

Find out who is on the BCC Executive Committee and what roles they have

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BCC Noticeboard of Meetings and events

Communication the BCC's operating programme over the year

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Travelling into the Schengen area: what is an Etias

Nationals of 59 countries, including the UK, do not currently need a visa to enter the Schengen area. However, the exemption procedure will change in 2025

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Members' Special Events & Sponsors

Promoting the Newsletters and Special Event posters of Member Associations & the BCC Directory Sponsors

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Administration Numérique pour les Etrangers en France - ANEF

The French Interior Ministry has launched the ANEF, a site which over time should allow non-French citizens to carry out their administrative tasks on line.

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Renewing your British passport from France

If you British passport is about to run out, here is some guidance on how to apply for a new one.

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Post-Brexit visits to France by UK residents ...

Before travelling to France on holiday, for work or to live permanently after 1st January 2021, make sure you check how long you can stay.

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Ultra Low Emission Zones – can you get caught out?

If you are travelling outside France, do not get caught out by Low Emission Zone regulations

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Tax efficient giving

It may be possible to donate to a British charity and get a tax deduction in France

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How to contact the British Embassy in Paris

If you need to contact the British Embassy about a problem, you can use their contact form

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