In a French property transaction how long does it take to transfer money to or from a French Notary?

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At this time we were told by one notary a money transfer from a bank to a French notary for a purchase of a property typically takes at least 5 working days or more. You will also most likely wait the same period of time when you are expecting payment from a French notary after the sale of your French property.

This is because at the present time money going to or coming from a French notary has to go through a special process with a centralized financial depository to protect the security of your money and reduce the possibility of fraudulent transactions or payment.

Make sure this is current information by contacting your English speaking French notary today.

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