HOW AM I TAXED WHEN I LEAVE FRANCE ?

Leaving France is likely to result in significant tax consequences. Some income will no longer be taxed in France while other income will still be taxed. France has put in place an exit-tax system which, in principle, consists of taxing certain earnings when leaving France. Analysing the fi... More details

Regularization of bank accounts held abroad

The French tax specialist law firm CM-Tax and its team of English speaking French tax advisors, based in Lyon and Marseille but operating throughout France, can assist you with the procedures related to the tax regularisation and declaration of your financial assets held abroad and related... More details

How to determine your tax residence?

Importance of the concept of tax residence The determination of tax residence (or even tax domicile) is a key point which largely determines the tax obligations of an individual vis-à-vis a State, whether with regards to income tax, the taxation of capital gains or even gift or inheritance ... More details

FACING A TAX AUDIT

Tax audits are important events which adhere to specific rules.The French tax specialist law firm CM-Tax and its team of English speaking French tax advisors, based in Lyon and Marseille but operating throughout France, assist his clients all over France, has significant experience in tax audit... More details

HOW TO DISPUTE A TAX ADJUSTMENT?

First of all, it is possible to challenge a tax adjustment through by means of hierarchical appeals and by requesting, where possible and relevant, that the situation be examined by a committee. If the Administration's position is not satisfactory, CM-Tax law firm - which represents several... More details

3% annual tax on French real estate hel by legal entities : a little-known tax not to be overlooked

The 3% annual tax related to companies and other legal entities owning real estate in France is an under-recognized tax that is increasingly drawing the attention of the French tax authorities. Its potential financial consequences can be very substantial. However, most often, exemptions can be... More details