Tax

French tax officials have extra ‘weapons’ to challenge suspicious declarations

Taxpayers may be asked for further evidence or explanations to justify expenses or credit claims

French ‘property use’ declarations: who has to do this in 2025 and by when?

Declarations have been required since 2023

What is the maximum amount a couple (with no children) can earn before they must pay income tax in France?

A couple’s relationship status affects tax exemption thresholds

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April date announced for opening of 2025 income tax declarations in France

Declarations concern income received in 2024 and usually need to be made online, with deadlines depending on where you live

Are we liable to French wealth tax after five years of residency card ownership?

The tax implications for UK retirees living in France post-Brexit

What is the maximum amount a person can earn before they pay income tax in France?

Income tax bands have been increased by 1.8% in line with inflation

Official tool is now open for people in France to estimate their 2025 income tax bill

Two versions of the simulator are possible

How do writers set up a business in France?

Creative workers can benefit from a special social security regime

When must a person begin declaring information to French tax authorities?

Income declarations are completed and returned annually in spring

French income tax declarations: some good news this year

We also explain the temporary exemptions brought in for gift tax

List: these are the French home improvement works that must be declared

Inform tax authorities separately even if you have construction permit

Can we gift French property to our daughter?

Gift taxes will be levied if certain thresholds are passed

VAT threshold drop for self-employed in France suspended until June

The controversial measure is opposed by professional groups and several leading MPs

Is it possible to find French cadastral plans online?

Certain plans go back to the 1800s

How can renovations on French second home reduce capital gains tax?

Reductions related to length of ownership start after five years

Must gifts to grandchildren living abroad be declared to French tax authorities?

Tax-free limits are different between each type of family member

These are the new French income tax rates agreed for budget debate

‘Now we need to move straight on to adoption. A country like ours cannot remain without a budget… This will be done on Monday,’ says PM

Does being an EU citizen affect rate of French property taxes?

Two main property taxes may be due each year

Do savings accounts that do not tax interest exist in France and UK?

Exploring tax-free savings options for French residents with UK connections.

France's ‘garden shed tax’ sees 2025 rise, find new rates below

Completed property extensions and new constructions have to be declared to your mairie within 90 days

A million people in France received tax refunds after issues with new property declaration

The problem caused a €1.3 billion overpayment in property taxes with for the tax year 2023

Wealthy retirees could be taxed more under French minister’s new proposal

Levying extra taxes on the wealthiest 40% could ‘raise €500-800 million’

French authorities use AI to help recoup €200 million in unpaid tax from one department alone

Undeclared swimming pools and property extensions can be captured by AI imagery

Is taxe d’habitation required for flats let in French farmhouse?

Taxes due depend on the status of the property

Millions to receive payment from French tax service today

It relates to tax credits for certain expenses in the 2024 year

State can reimburse 50% cost of a personal trainer in France: How it works

There are strict criteria to meet to ensure you can receive this

Month by month: What are key tax dates in France in 2025?

Spring will see annual income tax declarations made

New law enables French tax authorities to monitor (some) social media activity

The measure is designed to detect signs of tax fraud

How do tax credits work for hiring a gardener in France?

Some homeowners can benefit from a 50% tax credit on gardening work

Is French wealth tax when leaving France pro-rata?

Tax rates may be different depending on assets held abroad

Five questions on plan for proposed change to US taxation of Americans living abroad

We answer queries about when it may come into effect, to whom it applies, and possible departure taxes

Why money may be taken by French tax office from your bank account today

If you look at your bank statement it will appear as a debit by the ‘direction générale des Finances publiques’

Fraud probe: Court upholds €461m seizure from Briton after Paris property deal

The sum relates to suspected tax evasion over a number of years by the businessman thought to live between California and Crans Montana in Switzerland

Money, inheritance, tax, pensions: What's new in France in 2025

European Commission set to decide on French law affecting the wills of resident non-EU nationals including, for example, those from the UK and US, potentially altering inheritance plans

Moves to end automatic citizen-based taxation of Americans living abroad

Eligible US citizens would be able to claim residency-based taxation status and see automatic requirement for annual American tax returns end

Law passed to allow France to continue to collect taxes despite lack of 2025 budget

A new budget will still need to be passed at the start of next year. The emergency law does not raise income tax bands as usually happens so these remain frozen at 2024 levels

Are French tax charges on foreign property rental income correct?

France should award tax credits in some situations

Must I continue paying French property tax for second home sold in January?

Property taxes can be split into ten monthly payments

Tax points to consider before the start of 2025 in France

If you donate money to certain charities now it can reduce the amount of tax you pay next year

France set to pass emergency ‘budget law’: is it good or bad for your finances?

The country will effectively be without a budget from 2025, with knock-on effects for individuals and companies

Do foreign savings accounts have to be declared on French tax forms?

Admitting errors may make the authorities more lenient

Airline passenger refunds due as ticket tax rise cancelled by French government fall

Refunds of up to €57 are due for clients who booked flights in early November and up to early December

Millions in France at risk of paying more tax due to budget chaos

2024 tax brackets may be maintained with no allowance for inflation unless new measures are passed

This will be the minimum property tax increase in 2025 in France

Actual bills are likely to increase by more in many communes

Foreign bank accounts: French court clarifies rules after US account case

Failure to declare them can result in a steep fine

Is Capital Gains Tax levied on land in France?

Additional taxes apply in the case of certain sales

Why French tax authorities may take money from your bank account this week

It relates to income tax declaration this spring

Explainer: who pays France’s CFE business tax and what exemptions?

We look at the rules around this tax, which also applies to self-employed workers

Will my children’s university expenses be liable to French gift tax?

Children may still be 'attached' to their parent's residence for tax purposes whilst at university

What you can challenge on a French taxe d’habitation bill - and how to do it

Over €700 million was erroneously collected for the property tax last year

French parliament approves law to raise taxes on ‘super-dividends’

The tax will apply to companies with €1 billion in sales or more, such as BNP Paribas, Sanofi, LVMH, and Total

Discover the pros (and some cons) of French civil partnership

Robert Kent of Kentingtons explains the financial benefits and drawbacks of a Pacte Civil de Solidarité

Is it possible to spread French income tax payments across the year?

Property and some business taxes can be spread across a ten-month period

‘Contribution citoyenne’: What is this new residents' charge proposed by French mayors?

Return of taxe d’habitation for main homes has been ruled out but other options are under debate as communes look to raise funding

Key dates for tax payments this November in France

Second-home owners will receive their taxe d’habitation statements this month and many residents will see an income tax payment taken from their bank account