Published August 28, 2026
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's UK move has releived Andrew as the Sussexes stole the spotlight and headlines from the disgraced royal.
The former Duke of York is allegedly planning to leave Britain for France to begin a new life. The Sussexes' surprise return has provide Andrew the perfect moment to slip quietly out of the country.
The 66-year-old former prince has retained his passport and is legally permitted to travel abroad even being under investigation over his February arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
There were reports that Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie's father recently visited the French Riviera. He was spotted around Cannes and Nice, where royal author Andrew Lownie claims King Charles' younger brother has been looking at property.
However, a royal insider shared a different perspective, saying: "Any such move by Andrew could bring him back into the headlines."
They added, "It won’t be an easy step for Andrew to take without the consent of his legal team and the monarch, who continues to support his daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie."
Ferguson's former husband has become increasingly isolated in Britain, with sources claiming he may move to the South of France to find comfort and a luxury life.
They believe that the move could keep him away from everything that has happened in his life over his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, the late convicted paedophile.
Some claim that Andrew thinks France may return him the life he once enjoyed in Britain.
He is no longer carrying out royal duties. He has lost his position inside the family. The British monarch revoked Andrew' Prince and Duke of York titles last October. He is currently living at Marsh Farm on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk after leaving Royal Lodge in Windsor.