Currency
EUR
€
Healthcare
Public (Sécurité Sociale)
€0/mo
Work Visa
2-4 months
processing time
Deposit
1 mo
of rent
Visa & Work Permits
Which city in France?
What the taxman takes: UK vs France
Same gross salary in both places: €4,500 (EUR) per month.
UK
2490.0%
effective tax rate
Net: £3,380/mo
France
3480.0%
effective tax rate
Net: €2,934/mo
Rough numbers for a single filer with standard deductions. Your actual rate shifts with income, city, and your own situation.
What daily life costs in France
The up-front bill, moving to France
Rental Deposit
1 month(s) of rent
Agency Fee
1 month(s) of rent
Registration & Admin
€0
Deposit capped at 1 month unfurnished. Need guarantor (garant) or Garantme service. Strict tenant requirements.
Also considering leaving UK for somewhere else?
See what your salary looks like in France
Type in your gross pay. We'll show what lands after tax, which neighborhoods you can actually afford, and how much is left over each month.
Questions people actually ask
How does France compare to UK on cost of living?
It depends on the city. In Paris, a one-bed runs €1,100 to €2,400 and groceries land around €380 a month. In Lyon, a one-bed runs €500 to €1,100 and groceries land around €320 a month. In Toulouse, a one-bed runs €500 to €1,100 and groceries land around €300 a month.
Do I need a visa to work in France from UK?
Talent Passport for skilled workers. Employer must prove no local candidates. If you hold an EU passport: Free to work. Register with authorities within 3 months.. Expect processing to take 2-4 months. Double-check the current rules with the France immigration authority before you book anything.
How does healthcare work in France once you arrive?
France runs a Public (Sécurité Sociale) system. Public covers ~70% of costs. Most people add "mutuelle" top-up insurance (~€30-100/month). Public coverage is roughly €0 a month. Private sits around €50.
How much tax will I pay in France?
On €4,500 gross a month, you're looking at roughly 3480.0% effective. That leaves about €2,934 in your account. The real number moves with your income, your city, and your situation.
What up-front money do I need to move from UK to France?
Budget 1 month(s) of rent for the deposit, plus another 1 month(s) for the agency fee. Registration and paperwork usually come in around €0. Deposit capped at 1 month unfurnished. Need guarantor (garant) or Garantme service. Strict tenant requirements.