Tania

Hi Cathy, thanks for the response. We love warm weather, cannot do cold, wet and snow for protracted periods. (despite us having had three weeks of uninterrupted rain in SA in January). We both are very outdoors people who enjoy gardening, walking, swimming and generally being able to get out and about regularly.

My husband and I would like to move to France in the next 2 to 3 years perhaps sooner depending on circumstances. We will be looking very seriously over the next few months for property there. Given the declining exchange rate of our currency (Rand) we aim to move quickly and will be looking for a modest abode. I have read some of the postings on non EU and residency, but could not relate. What are the pre-requisites for living in France as a non-EU member? How easy is it to buy property there? What is the health system like and can you gain access via health insurance or medical aid? What are living costs like? Where is the best place to buy for good weather, relatively good transport and friendly people?