Brexit uncertainty leading Brits to apply for French passports
For those Brits who are lucky enough to be living and working abroad, the thought of a Brexit will come as an unnerving possibility that could potentially change life as you know it. For those expats living in France, finding work could become harder and - if you own your own business - there is the chance that without the French citizenship in your pocket you could have to turn it over.
Brits are currently in the process of having birth certificates translated into French as well as sitting for French language tests in order to be eligible to apply – at the very least - for dual nationality. There is a huge worry from British expats living in France that they will not be able to return to Paris, or their region in France, after a holiday to the UK or anywhere else in the world. Moreover, there is the potential that such expats living in France will require visas to go and visit other countries which could prove to be a hassle. This eventuality could be damaging to nations in Europe with economies that rely heavily on tourism.
If the vote turns up an “out” result, it will put an end to 43 years of the UK’s EU membership. Brits will lost the right to stay, work and access pensions, health care and public services in the countries of the bloc. These are all items that will be among a long list of issues to be negotiated within two-years of the vote which is set out by Article 50 of the EU treaty. If talks fail, those privileges may not be maintained, according to a UK government memo published on February 29th.
At a conference in London on Thursday, French Economy Minister Emmanuel Macron warned that leaving the EU would have major consequences. It would make the UK "just like Hong Kong, Jersey or Guernsey," he said, adding ominously: "Leave the club and you’ll be alone."
Friday was the first day of official campaigning ahead of the June 23th vote, with some polls suggesting the outcome is too close to call.
Individuals, like businesses, are trying to make sense of what such as exit might mean for them. The worry is perceptible among the large British communities in Spain, Ireland, France and Germany, the four EU members that according to the United Nations are home to the largest number of UK citizens, totalling about 852,000.
Many British expats living in France are turning to experts such as deVere France to ensure that pensions and properties are safe should a Brexit take place. At the current moment in time it is too close to call which way the EU referendum will swing. deVere France can help you prepare for the worse outcome possible.
Contact deVere France today for a free, no obligation quote.
For those Brits who are lucky enough to be living and working abroad, the thought of a Brexit will come as an unnerving possibility that could potentially change life as you know it. For those expats living in France, finding work could become harder and - if you own your own business - there is the chance that without the French citizenship in your pocket you could have to turn it over.
Brits are currently in the process of having birth certificates translated into French as well as sitting for French language tests in order to be eligible to apply – at the very least - for dual nationality. There is a huge worry from British expats living in France that they will not be able to return to Paris, or their region in France, after a holiday to the UK or anywhere else in the world. Moreover, there is the potential that such expats living in France will require visas to go and visit other countries which could prove to be a hassle. This eventuality could be damaging to nations in Europe with economies that rely heavily on tourism.
If the vote turns up an “out” result, it will put an end to 43 years of the UK’s EU membership. Brits will lost the right to stay, work and access pensions, health care and public services in the countries of the bloc. These are all items that will be among a long list of issues to be negotiated within two-years of the vote which is set out by Article 50 of the EU treaty. If talks fail, those privileges may not be maintained, according to a UK government memo published on February 29th.
At a conference in London on Thursday, French Economy Minister Emmanuel Macron warned that leaving the EU would have major consequences. It would make the UK "just like Hong Kong, Jersey or Guernsey," he said, adding ominously: "Leave the club and you’ll be alone."
Friday was the first day of official campaigning ahead of the June 23th vote, with some polls suggesting the outcome is too close to call.
Individuals, like businesses, are trying to make sense of what such as exit might mean for them. The worry is perceptible among the large British communities in Spain, Ireland, France and Germany, the four EU members that according to the United Nations are home to the largest number of UK citizens, totalling about 852,000.
Many British expats living in France are turning to experts such as deVere France to ensure that pensions and properties are safe should a Brexit take place. At the current moment in time it is too close to call which way the EU referendum will swing. deVere France can help you prepare for the worse outcome possible.
Contact deVere France today for a free, no obligation quote.