Taxation

19th Dec 2022

Tax Credit for Gardening Services

Tax relief is available for those who need assistance with garden maintenance.

27th Nov 2022

Tax Levels in France

A new study compares the level of taxation in France with other countries in Europe.

22nd Nov 2022

Taxe d’Habitation on Second Homes

More councils have been given the power to impose a surtax on second homes, but it is a measure whose impact has to date been marginal.

10th Nov 2022

Social Charges, S1s and Exemptions

S1 holders and others are winning claims for exemption from social charges, but confusion about the rules continues to exist.

28th Oct 2022

Taxe Foncière and Supplementary Levies

The 'taxe foncière' is the main local rates tax in France, which actually comprises several different levies.

29th Sep 2022

French Inheritance Tax Allowances for Disabled Heirs

More generous inheritance rights are available to beneficiaries of an estate who have a disability, but conditions apply.

20th Sep 2022

French Capital Gains Tax on Sale of Rental Property

What are the capital gains tax rules that apply on the sale of a furnished rental property?

16th Sep 2022

Tax Investigation and Change of Address Abroad

A US national escapes a tax demand as the tax notice was sent to his property in France.

13th Sep 2022

Wills in a Foreign Language

The French courts have toughened the test for the validity of a Will written in a foreign language of the testator.

6th Sep 2022

Income Tax Thresholds to Increase by 5%

Income tax thresholds in France will be increased by around 5% next year, in line with inflation.