French Tax Advice
Tax advisory service
The information here is provided by Blevins Franks Tax Limited, an international tax advisory service which offers advice relevant to both France and the UK. We hope this page will provide you with useful information on the important taxation aspects of moving to France or buying property there.Blevins Franks Tax Limited forms part of the Blevins Franks Group, a leading European financial services group which provides tax, wealth management and estate planning services to private clients in the UK, France and around the world. We offer a number of specialist services including tax planning, investment management, asset protection, trustees, pensions, QROPS and QNUPS.
We have five regional offices in France. CLICK HERE for details of the office locations.
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The last 35 years have seen unprecedented change in the financial world; in particular recently through the global financial crisis. We have entered an era where we have less confidence in the banks than we used to have; we have seen some very high profile financial frauds; taxes are on the rise as governments try to repair their deficits and the crackdown on offshore centres has put paid to financial secrecy...
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The double taxation agreement
Between the UK and France on inheritances
Are you or will you become a British expatriate living in France? Do you own property in France? Both France and the UK impose an inheritance tax, but which country will tax you?
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French Succession Tax
Succession tax in France is broadly equivalent to UK inheritance tax, although the rules are significantly different. It is levied on inheritances and lifetime gifts and is paid by the beneficiary, unlike in the UK where inheritance tax is levied on the deceased’s estate.
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Civil partnerships or PACS in France: how they work
Prior to April 2009, if you had a UK civil partnership (CP) and moved to France, it was not recognised in France, and you were not be able to enter into the French equivalent known as PACS (Pacte Civil de Solidarité) unless the UK CP was dissolved first. However, not only are civil partnerships now recognised in France, but civil partners have been granted the same tax rights as PACS couples...more...
The Assurance Vie
Effective tax planning in France Assurance Vie is the French term for an insurance bond, such as a Personal Portfolio Bond. It is a specialised form of life assurance arrangement that allows you to hold your own choice of assets as the investment content of the policy and which helps reduce your French tax liability. more...What happens to your UK investments if you move to France?
As a French resident you are taxed on your worldwide income, which includes UK investment income. The investments that are tax-efficient in the UK are not tax-efficient elsewhere, such as France. more...
Preparing For The New Tax Year
The French tax year is the calendar year running from 1st January to 31st December. If you are a relatively new arrival in France then you will need to know what your tax obligations are in preparing for the tax year. more...
Is French tax really all that taxing for retirees in France?
French taxes are renowned for being high, what with income tax and social charges on all forms of income, as well as an annual wealth tax. However, although the headline rates sound high (52.1%!), it is often unlikely that a retiree would have to pay such high taxes.
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To make an initial no-obligation enquiry about tax and financial planning in France complete our Online Enquiry FormBlevins Franks Guide to Living in France
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A practical and understandable path through the complexities of setting up home in France, whether for retirement; as a holiday home or investment.
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