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French communes offer help for low-income residents to go on holiday

The means-tested scheme is thought to be the first of its kind and aims to help 10,000 people

Do we need to declare small income from work at second-home to France?

Reader ran short craft courses but lives in UK

Confirmed: French income tax bands will rise to avoid higher bills

The increase will be one of the largest in recent years, linked to steep cost-of-living rises

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You often refer to a ‘parts’ system for tax in France; what is this?

We explain how this and the regime allows married couples and larger families to pay a reduced amount of French income tax

More GP strikes expected in France after proposed fee rise is rejected

Unions say the proposal of an increase from €25 to €26.50 for a standard consultation is ‘not acceptable’ after months of negotiations

How much money do you need for a ‘decent life’ in France?

We speak to the economist who calculated the monthly income needed for couples, families, single or retired people

French visas: no rise in income levels for Britons, says official

A diplomatic source says recent claims of a change in the amount needed for retirees are not correct

Automatic payment trialled for French housing and income top-up aids

Many benefits remain unclaimed by those eligible for reasons such as perceived stigma or living far from Caf benefits offices

SNCF announces pay rises after strikes in France, unions want more

The operator has offered a real term salary increase of between 2.2 and 3.7%, depending on the role

Nine changes for residents in France in June 2022

Tax declaration deadlines, legislative elections, greater life insurance tariff transparency and changes for people unable to open a bank account

How do I declare my UK government income in French tax form?

Reader asks after being unable to find where to enter tax already paid in last year’s declaration

French income declaration: How do you note a redundancy payment?

This depends on the firm’s convention scheme and the amount of redundancy paid. We explain the details

France’s income support benefit set to rise: who can claim it?

The aid, aimed at low-to-moderate earners, is to be boosted from April 1

Emails from French DGFiP about €100 inflation bonus – are they scams?

Several readers have asked whether emails detailing a bonus payment due to them from the tax services are genuine. Here we explain what to look for to check

Foreign pension income and France's €100 inflation bonus

There are two unresolved issues concerning the possible payment of the bonus to those whose incomes come from abroad. We explain

Income tax in France: what is form 2041E?

In our monthly money column you'll find advice on important financial matters in France. In the June issue, Hugh MacDonald explains form 2041E in relation to income tax, and much more.

The difference between ‘lawful’ and ‘tax’ residence

This column is by Bill Blevins of Blevins Franks financial advice group ( blevinsfranks.com ). He has decades of experience advising expatriates in France and co-authored the Blevins Franks Guide to Living in France

Carpenter’s low-income halts French nationality bid

A carpenter who has spent 27 years in France has spoken of his disappointment after being turned down for French nationality because his business had a bad year.

'Half-price homes' sites in Paris revealed

A total 500 new apartments will be ready to buy in 2022 - but would-be purchasers must meet strict criteria

Location, location rules in France’s viager market

The market for selling properties en viager is growing steadily – partly as a result of an increasing number of sales to viager mutualisé funds.

How is income from UK assets taxed in France?

Most British expatriates who live in France continue to own some UK assets, whether they be bank accounts, shares or property, as well as pension funds.

I earned €150 a month with my French home’s pool

It is only November but one home-owner is already thinking of next summer and her swimming pool – and how to rent it out after earning €150 a month doing just that this year.

€300 pay rise means nothing for teachers

Teachers are to get an annual pay rise averaging €300 next year but unions have said that, with inflation, it equates to no extra in pay packets.

So just how much do the French neighbours earn?

You can find out what your neighbours earn, more or less, with a new website offered by national statistics agency Insee.

What changes in France in October 2019

Lower gas prices, simplified retirement saving plans, and new rules on lifts in buildings are among some of the changes starting this month in France.

How is UK dividend income taxed for French residents?

When our accountant declared our qualifying UK dividend income for 2018 this year, she did not enter the tax credit [listed in the notes to the tax forms] for UK dividend income of 17.7% that I thought was allowed. Is there, in fact, no tax credit to be deducted? Are dividends received in the UK received gross or net of tax? Is there still an abatement of 40% in France and, if so, how is this applied? We live in France. J.H.

Study: French people taking retirement later and later

French people are taking retirement at an increasingly older age, a new study has found, with the average age now approaching 63, a rise of two months compared to the the previous year.

Ranking: Best 50 best towns in France to retire to

A list of the best 50 towns to retire to in France has been created, with two coastal Gironde towns coming in first place, followed by Cannes, Arles, and Vannes - and Saint-Malo in 10th place.

What is my micro earning limit?

What is the limit that I may now earn as a micro-entrepreneur ?

‘No change to France retirement age’ after backlash

There will be no change to the minimum retirement age in France, the health minister has confirmed, despite having previously suggested that “a lengthening in the duration of work” may be possible.

Government plans 'universal benefits' income plan

At least 5million people would be affected by the planned reforms

Brexit and incomes: France to be flexible

‘Generous approach’ but residency refusals reported

Can I become French if my job income is from abroad?

Connexion journalist Oliver Rowland answers the multiple diverse questions of whether one can become French if they're job income is from abroad.

'Forgotten' French retirees march for buying power

Thousands of retired people in France have marched in Paris to call for government measures to boost their buying power, claiming they have been “forgotten” despite their living costs “continuing to rise”.

French teachers’ protest group growing

An “angry teacher” protest group launched on Facebook in mid-December has grown to around 64,000 members – one in every 14 teachers.

French Tax at source: all you need to know

France has changed to at-source income tax this year.

Carte de séjour refused to Briton due to low income

A reader from north west France who runs a gardening business as a micro-entrepreneur has been refused a carte de séjour because her income is too low.

French councillors keen for base revenue test

Declaring UK rental income in France

Clarification on declaring UK rental income on French income declaration

'Tax net giants to give every 18-year-old €50k'

Possible PS leadership candidate suggests tax on high-tech multinationals would pay for universal 'bonus'

‘Basic income’ trials planned for 11 areas

Universal income of €1,000/month to be tested

Crowdfunding campaign pays for test to see if idea is viable – but only for three candidates

Will loan payments pose problem?

I am preparing to apply for French citizenship. One section of the form relates to income. Part of my income is from a loan repayment from a limited company: it is not declared in the UK or France. If the examiners of my application compare French bank statements with French tax returns, they will see a difference – could it pose a problem? G.P.

Do I have to claim exemption from the taxe foncière?

Can you please explain how older people may qualify for an exemption from the taxe foncière? Is it automatic or do I have to claim it? I am 75 but last winter I had to pay tax of more than €1,000. S.G.

Sterling exchange rate for 2016 income

Find out the average exchange rate for your income tax declaration

What to do if your tax bill is higher than you expected

IF YOU completed your tax declaration in May, you can look forward to receiving your avis d’impôts this month. If everything is as expected you can relax until next May, comfortable that you have paid your contribution to the great republic. If, however, the tax man demands more than you anticipated, the question is: what next?

Income

French communes offer help for low-income residents to go on holiday

Do we need to declare small income from work at second-home to France?

Confirmed: French income tax bands will rise to avoid higher bills

You often refer to a ‘parts’ system for tax in France; what is this?

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