Thanks for the kind response. I am concerned about the pension structure in France, and the rules of withdrawal. Should I leave France after a few years (i.e. before retiring) would you be able to withdraw your social benefits, or will it remain dormant until you reach pensionable age? Would I be able to draw it if I live at that point in another country? Do you have a choice between paying into the social insurance scheme or a private scheme (which I have already in the UK)

Thanks for any help