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2019 Income tax retrun and wealth tax returns in Lyon (France)

The French Ministry for the Economy and Finance announced on April 1st, 2020 that the deadline for filling the French personal income tax declaration, initially fixed April, 8th 2020, is postponed due to the Corona-virus lock-down situation.In case your French personal income tax return is filed...

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Tax implications for individuals relocating to France

If you are considering relocating to France, it is essential to understand the tax implications that come with becoming a fiscal resident in the country. France has a comprehensive tax system, which includes obligations related to income tax, social contributions, and wealth tax on real estate....

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International successions: what are your obligations in France?

The settlement of inheritances with a foreign character is not easy and the related tax obligations are not well known.The question of the territoriality of inheritance tax is dealth with by article 750 ter of the French tax code.Thus, two hypotheses should be distinguished: the deceased was...

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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 ...

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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...

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Errors on income tax notices for US citizens residing in France

The tax law firm CM-Tax notes that its clients who are American citizens and French residents frequently receive tax notices containing certain errors.Under the terms of the tax treaty concluded between France and the United States, American citizens residing in France benefit from a specific tax...

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