Isabella Bird

Isabella Bird is a former BBC and print journalist now living in France with her husband and two dogs. In 2025 she took the first steps in her journey to fulfil a long-held ambition to become a full-time author.

With a background in law, and a curiosity about Brexit and its impact, she spent 9 years researching French visa and residency procedures. Her first guide is 'Visas for France' a clear, practical resources to help others navigate the complex journey of moving to France with the correct visa. This is the first book in her 'Moving To France' series.

Isabella loves life in France and in a recent article said: "for me, France is the place where I am allowed to express my real self and do the things I've always wanted to do. So here I am, a full-time author with a published book and several more on the way".

Connect with Isabella on social media @IsabellaBirdAuthor