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Livret a

3% rate on France’s main regulated savings account to stay this year

Court rejects appeal by law professor for twice yearly updates as is set in the rules

Are non-residents eligible for high-interest French savings account?

French banks offer several options for higher than normal interest rates, subject to certain requirements

Do non residents pay home-country tax on French Livret A interest?

Understanding income tax due can be challenging for those with homes in different countries

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Recap: Key changes in France from August 1, 2023

We also explain what is happening with the state-regulated Livret A savings accounts

France will keep Livret A savings rate the same for next 18 months

There are more than 50 million Livret A accounts in France

Livret A savings: Why are they so popular? How do I open an account?

Last month, savers put €6.27 billion into Livret A accounts, breaking the record for February deposits

How can I free up French livret A inheritance from UK resident?

A reader’s bank suggested they find a ‘British notary’ to draw up a suitable document; but is this the best option?

French Livret A savings account interest rate rises again

This change – due to come into effect in August – comes as a result of inflation, which was 5.8% in June

France’s LEP tax-free savings account at 2.2% interest: Who qualifies?

The Livret d’épargne populaire also comes with instant-access but only around seven million of the 26 million people eligible for the special account have one

Recap: 14 changes and updates for residents in France in February

Changes include key dates on Covid rules, EU Covid passes, holidays, pension bonuses, interest on saving accounts, sales and more

Interest rates on tax-free bank accounts in France to increase

The rate will increase from 0.5% to 1% on Livret A and LDDS accounts, and from 1% to 2.2% on LEP accounts

Pandemic boosted French savings: Options beyond bank current account

People in France have saved over €150billion during the health crisis. We explain the different options for savings accounts if you choose to put aside some extra cash

What are the tax-free bank accounts in France?

There are some special bank accounts in France that are regulated and are not subject to tax or social charges or fees. They have low interest but you see them in all banks. We explain.

What’s changing in France in February 2021

Price rises for gas, electricity and motorway travel all come into effect this month

Livret A takes in €3.58 billion

The Livret A tax-free savings plan is back in favour with savers taking in €3.58 billion in January

Livret a

3% rate on France’s main regulated savings account to stay this year

Are non-residents eligible for high-interest French savings account?

Do non residents pay home-country tax on French Livret A interest?

Recap: Key changes in France from August 1, 2023

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France will keep Livret A savings rate the same for next 18 months

Livret A savings: Why are they so popular? How do I open an account?

How can I free up French livret A inheritance from UK resident?

French Livret A savings account interest rate rises again

France’s LEP tax-free savings account at 2.2% interest: Who qualifies?

Recap: 14 changes and updates for residents in France in February

Interest rates on tax-free bank accounts in France to increase

Pandemic boosted French savings: Options beyond bank current account

What are the tax-free bank accounts in France?

What’s changing in France in February 2021

What’s new in France and diary dates: February 2020

Interest on France's Livret A accounts falls to 0.5%

Limits on France's Livret A account withdrawals

Livret A takes in €3.58 billion

What changes in France on August 1

Livret A interest rate to remain at 0.75%

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