Solutions

14/10/2026

CFE – a reminder for business owners

If you’re self-employed in France, it will soon be time to check your Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises (CFE) for 2026.

CFE is a local business tax which generally applies to companies and individuals who regularly carry out a self-employed professional activity in France. This includes micro-entrepreneurs, although there are a number of exemptions – including businesses with annual turnover or receipts of €5,000 or less, and businesses are also exempt in the year in which they are created.

Your CFE notice is not sent through the post. It is made available electronically in your professional account on the Impôts website, where you can view your avis CFE and arrange payment. If you don't yet have a professional account, it's worth setting one up now rather than waiting until your bill becomes available, as activation can take a little time.

For 2026, the deadline for payment of the CFE balance is 15 December 2026. Payment must be made electronically, unless you already have a monthly payment or automatic payment arrangement in place.

If you’re unsure whether CFE applies to you, need help accessing your professional account, or would like some assistance understanding your avis, please get in touch.

12/10/2026

🇬🇧 Article 50 Residence Card Renewals 🇫🇷

If you were living in France before 1st January 2021 and hold a 5-year Article 50 (Withdrawal Agreement) residence card, it's worth checking the expiry date on your card now, as many are coming up for renewal.

The renewal process is handled by your local prefecture and procedures can vary depending on where you live. In most cases, it's recommended to start the process a few months before your card expires, and some won't allow applications too early.

If you're unsure what to do, what documents you'll need, or would like help with your application, feel free to get in touch.

12/10/2026

🌿 WE’RE HIRING! JOIN OUR TEAM! 🌿

Are you organised, motivated and looking for an exciting opportunity with room to grow? 💚

Solutions France is looking for an Admin Assistant to join our team in Ruffec

This is more than just an admin role. We’re looking for the right person with the potential to grow with our business, eventually taking on a management role and leading a full-time team of associates.

✨ What we offer:
✅ Starting at 20–25 hours per week, with the opportunity to progress to full-time within 12 months.
✅ Training in French administration and payroll.
✅ Salary and benefits, including a fuel/travel allowance.
✅ A supportive role with real opportunities for career development.

🇬🇧🇫🇷 English and French speaking skills are required.

📅 Start date: October 2026

If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your skills, take on responsibility and build a future with a growing business, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 Send your CV [email protected])

🌐 Find out more at https://solutions-france.com/

Could this be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for? Share this post or tag someone who might be perfect for the role! 💚

09/10/2026

Navigating the paperwork and systems involved in living and working in France can feel complex - especially if the language is a barrier, time is limited, or the processes simply feel overwhelming.

That’s where Solutions comes in.

Whether you need assistance with tax, healthcare, driving matters, family benefits or business registrations, we provide practical, reliable support tailored to your situation. With over 20 years’ experience, fluency in French, and a strong understanding of the financial, legal and administrative landscape in France, you can feel confident that your affairs are in capable hands.

Finding the right Solution isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are.

📍 Based in the Charente, but able to work remotely, so location is never an issue.
👉 Check out our page for more information and reviews, or visit solutions-france.com to get in touch.

www.solutions-france.com
Siret 990 441 453 00018

07/10/2026

🚗 A reminder ...

For more than a year now, we’ve been working in partnership with Amplitude Autos in Ruffec, helping to make all things motoring in France that little bit easier for English-speaking clients.

After more than 20 years of knowing and recommending M. François Jaquet, we’re very happy to work alongside him to provide support with buying a vehicle, carte grise applications, mechanical work and servicing. M. Jaquet speaks some English, and where a little extra help is needed, we can assist with communication and translation too.

And don’t forget, Amplitude Autos clients receive a 10% discount on our services.*

A trusted local service, with a little extra support when you need it.

*Discount is non-cumulative and cannot be transferred to third parties.

Amplitude Auto
📞 05 45 29 05 05
📍 40 BIS Av. Célestin Sieur, 16700 Ruffec

04/10/2026

Thank you 🤍

02/10/2026

Please feel free to read our latest Business Tips blog on how to manage cash flow in your business.

02/10/2026

No matter how complex, our job is to find a solution to the problem(s) you're struggling with. Whilst many people are happy to navigate their way through the maze of French administration using resources available on the internet or locally, we know that some find that too difficult, intimidating, overwhelming - or they simply don't have the time or confidence to do it themselves. With over 20 years' experience in assisting people, fluency in French and familiarity with financial, legal and administrative systems, finding a Solution is what we're about.

Visit our page for more information or get in touch via our website. Based in the Charente but able to work remotely so your location isn't an issue.

www.solutions-france.com
Siret 990 441 453 00018

01/10/2026

30/09/2026

Just a reminder that you should by now have received your Avis d'Impots (usually through your online impots account).

If you haven't, or if you spot an error or your circumstances have changed, corrections can still be made until December using the online correction service.

If you're unsure about anything on your Avis d'Impôt or think a correction may be needed, please get in touch – we'll be happy to help.