What’s changing in France in September, the strikes planned for rentrée, why you might be exempt from property taxes here, the unfathomable mystery of French tacos explained, new rules on repairing white goods, and the perks of being an employee.
As France prepares to go back to work, September brings with it new rules on sick leave and retirement, as well as changes affecting taxes, gas prices, medication and tobacco.
Everything that's changing in France in September 2026
We mention strikes in our list of things that are changing in France next month, but several unions are planning to strike in September over pay, staffing levels and working conditions. Here, we go into a bit more depth about you need to know.
Airlines, hospitals, firefighters: The strikes planned in France in September 2026
