Income tax

Millions to get email from French tax officials: be sure to read it

If the information contained is wrong and you do not take action you could be fined

Eight reasons to be cheerful about French income tax in 2024

New tax credits and a ‘super’ allowance for some furnished rentals are among the plus points

What are the deadlines for French tax returns in 2024?

Several deadlines exist depending on where you live

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What is the ‘RFR’ figure used by French tax authorities?

It is a requirement to complete a French tax return each year, the statement will show the results of this

French tax inspectors get more power to check if you make money online

Informers can set up fake profiles on Facebook, Airbnb and Leboncoin and earn cash rewards to expose undeclared income

Key changes for income and property tax in France in 2024

Increase in both property taxes could hit households but income tax band changes are favourable to most - and some beneficial schemes have been renewed

See: The new income tax bands for France

We show the thresholds that apply for 2023 income in the 2024 declaration

Reminder: December 6 is deadline to correct French tax declaration

Many parts can still be modified if you made a mistake about your 2022 income

Ten million people in France to see tax debit on bank account today

Unpaid tax on 2022 revenue is being withdrawn either in a lump sum or in four instalments

Do non-French residents pay social charges on letting income?

You can check what if any payments you have made in your personal space on the French tax website

Is it too late to change French declaration of 2022 income?

Honesty is the best policy when it comes to tax – and corrections will not usually lead to penalties

Scam warning as French tax authorities begin sending out refunds

Here is how the refunds work and how to avoid falling victim to a swindle

You have filed your French tax return. What happens next?

You can expect to receive a statement in late July or early August that will tell you whether you have tax to pay for 2022

France visas, residency cards, French tax: see Connexion help guides

The guides are in English and published in a digital format that can be downloaded as a PDF. Each has an extensive question and answer section

Does homeworking change rules for frontier workers who live in France?

We look at the latest rules for French residents working for Swiss businesses

When is the deadline for filing your French tax return?

Online tax returns opened on Thursday (April 13). The deadline for completing them depends on where you live in France

France income tax return 2023: what is new this year as website opens?

We summarise new points for this year’s declarations which cover 2022 income

What documents do I need to start my French income tax declaration?

We look at which documents will help you to fill out your French tax declaration

French income declarations: average exchange rates for foreign income

Worldwide income of residents in France and French property income of non-residents must be declared in euros to France

Need to declare income in France? Here is when and where you can do it

French authorities have announced when the window for making 2022 income declarations will open and close

Should I cash in my UK pension when moving to France? Six criteria

Partner article: Christopher Davenport from Kentingtons flags potential tax benefits but it is not a ‘one size fits all’ solution

Why am I paying two lots of French tax at the end of the year?

We explain when the balance of any tax and social charges on the previous calendar year’s income is paid, as well as new on-account payments

Hundreds of Americans in France want to give up US citizenship

Double taxation cited as a reason - only the US and Eritrea base tax on citizenship, not residency

Changing tax bands in France: How much could you save in 2023?

The average household will save on average €350, but individual gains will depend on your income tax band

Do all newspapers subscriptions qualify for a French tax credit?

Some 30% off your abonnement is possible, under conditions, in a scheme set up to help boost the press sector

France plans higher tax bracket thresholds to account for inflation

The rise is to take into account the fact that many people got wage rises this year to manage the cost of living crisis, which could have pushed them up a tax bracket

French tax payments due imminently if 2021 tax-at-source rate too low

If your salary or income increased in 2021 or you were entitled to fewer tax credits than in 2020, you may owe money to the tax administration

How to report an error on your French income tax assessment

The ‘avis d’imposition’ stating how much income tax you owe are ready for many people in France - we explain what to do if you spot a mistake

Income tax reimbursements start in France tomorrow: are you eligible?

Each year, several million people receive repayments from the tax authorities on July 21 and August 2

See the deadlines to update bank details on French income tax website

Having the correct bank details means that you can more easily receive tax rebates or pay any extra taxes that you owe

Revolut, N26: Neobank accounts must be declared to France

When making their French tax declaration, residents in France need to check where the banks are located to see if they count as foreign accounts

France’s deadline for paper income declarations extended to end of May

If you are a first-time declarer or are unable to declare online, you now have extra time to complete your declaration this year

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

I was widowed and remarried in one year. How do I do my French taxes?

In order to avoid complications, consider filling out separate tax declarations. We explain how you can do it.

Income tax declarations: parents urged to claim their discount

Parents of children in collège, lycée or higher education are entitled to a tax reduction but must take action to claim it

French income tax: Deadlines for 2021 declarations released

All French residents must declare, as well as non-residents with French-declarable income such as French rental income

How to apply for a ‘numéro fiscal’ for your first French tax return

You need this identification number to submit your income tax declaration online. We explain how and when you will receive it

Exchange rates for 2021 income to help with French tax declaration

Foreign income must be declared in euros on your French tax return but we have a handy guide for major English-speaking countries

Can I claim expenses against income tax without invoices in France?

A lack of invoices for construction work on a property could prove problematic when selling up

Bank accounts, gifts: Eight tips to help avoid a French tax inspection

Tax inspectors save France billions of euros every year and checks are increasing. We give pointers at to what could trigger a contrôle fiscal

Are French income tax bands doubled for married couple to reduce tax?

Reader question: What are the income tax bands for a married couple? Are they just doubled compared to the allowance for a single person?

How much can person’s income be before they pay income tax in France?

The level of relevant net income for this varies from year to year; we break down the figures for tax on 2021 income, declarable this spring

Tax situation in France different if I am Irish?

I was born in Northern Ireland and recently claimed Irish nationality as well as British. If I tell the tax office I’m Irish, will it affect the taxation of my UK government pension, which is currently taxed in the UK? P.J.

UK tax law: can I work from my second home in France?

I currently have to work from home for my company in the UK. If I don’t have to go to my office, can I go to my second home in France and work from there, without paying income tax in France?

Key dates relating to French property and income tax in November 2021

Several deadlines are coming up for payment of taxe d’habitation, the TV licence fee and income tax

Reminder: Key October dates for French property and income tax

Here is a guide to keep track of deadlines this month, including payment dates and when to expect direct debit instalments

France 2022 budget: How could it affect your finances?

Economy minister says 2022 provisional budget is like comté cheese...because it is solid and ‘doesn’t have any holes’

French income tax: Online service now open to correct declarations

You should now have received your avis d'impôt income tax statement. Most elements can still be corrected if you realise you made a mistake

Checklist: French tax deadlines for rest of 2021

Income tax, property taxes, wealth tax, TV licence fee… there are a number of key tax dates still to remember before the end of the year

May 20 is deadline to post paper income tax declarations in France

Envelopes containing forms for declarations from residents and non-residents must be postmarked Thursday, May 20, 2021

Self-employed in France? Tax and social charge declarations simplified

The separate déclaration sociale has been abolished from this year for most small businesses under the réel tax regime

French income tax 2021: Update

Last-minute changes in French income declarations this year include some changes to box locations on the paper forms, and new boxes for declaring small business income that benefited from social charges relief related to the Covid-19 pandemic. There are also some changes to the 3916 form for declaring overseas accounts.

French income tax return: What is the imprimé fiscal unique?

French banks and investment providers can issue a useful form which can save you time with your declaration

Airbnb, Vinted: Do online earnings need to be declared for French tax?

It depends on the nature and amount of the income - and the tax office will be directly informed of larger sums. We explain more

French income tax: What is the Asdir and when might you need it?

This document, generated as soon as you apply online, can help with many practical situations such as renting a flat or opening a bank account

French income declarations open online today

No major changes are expected for your declarations of 2020 income this April to June

What are the French income tax declaration dates for 2021?

This year’s deadlines for declaring 2020 income show a return to a more traditional pattern after changes last year linked to the Covid lockdown

7 facts about tax in France that may surprise you

Did you know that in recent years more than half of French households did not actually pay income tax?

French obligations to trusts

What obligations are there in France related to trusts?

Some taxpayers in France to get advance tax credit payouts

Taxpayers in France with expenses such as paying for help at home or who give regularly to charity can expect money into their accounts from January 15

I live in France but still declare income to the UK

I am a retired British citizen living permanently in France. All my income, pensions etc are in the UK. I submit a UK tax return because that is what I did before I retired. I know there is a dual UK/France taxation agreement. Must I submit a declaration to the French tax authorities? C.W.

Why your French tax rate may have changed

You may not have noticed it yet – but if you are a French income tax payer, your tax rate may have changed yesterday.

First French income tax deadline this week

This Thursday, June 4, at midnight is the first deadline for income tax declarations in France.

Small business and tax advice: régime réel incomes explained

In the June small business and tax advice column, a reader's question on régime réel incomes for the self-employed is answered.

Are you rich? New report defines what ‘rich’ means in France

What does it mean to be “rich” in France? A new report defines it as having at least twice the national median income, and says that there are five million such “rich people” living in France.

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.

French Income tax declaration 2020: Updates

The online portal for French income declarations is now open and paper forms will be arriving for those who declared on paper last year – here we provide updates on the latest changes to the declaration system this year.

Email or call tax offices in France – don’t visit

People should not visit their local tax offices in France during the Covid-19 crisis, the government has said in a statement.

French income tax dates deferred due to Covid-19

French income declaration dates are being deferred to later this year due to the Covid-19 crisis.

Tax at source in France: Your questions answered

Annual income tax declaration time is fast approaching in France

2020 French tax declaration: Sterling exchange rate

Exchange rate for income in pounds

French tax exemption for rentals

There is an income tax exemption for people who rent out a room in their home, which avoids the need for the property owner to declare the income under the micro-BIC regime.

Do I declare interest within UK investment bonds?

My wife and I moved to France in 2006. We are both retired and have incomes from pensions. We also have some UK investments called flexible investment plan, flexible options bond, capital investment bond, investment bond etc, depending on the company they are with. We told the French tax authorities of these bonds and sent them a list of the companies. We do not take interest from them and do not need to. Any interest they make stays in the bond. Am I right that we do not have to declare this interest? J.R.

Why is money due for French pensions alimentaires?

We are paying a monthly payment to the tax office headed “Pensions alimentaires, Revenus de source étrangère (taxés comme les salaires)” , which we have never paid before (we have paid our usual income tax). Is this new? L.A.

Bands for 2019 French income tax declaration

The tax bands for assessing 2019 income to be declared this spring have been increased by 1% to account for inflation.