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French Property Tax
Owning a leaseback rental property in France? See updated information on leaseback taxes on your income.
If you are investing or owning a leaseback property in France as a non-resident, there are specific tax regulations and obligations that we will explain in this guide.
French tax update: Must-know changes to furnished lettings tax regimes in 2025
The latest French tax reforms for furnished lettings significantly tighten the income tax treatment for short-term and holiday rentals, notably reducing the turnover threshold and expense deductions under the Micro-BIC regime, which may push more landlords into the more complex real tax regime.
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How to calculate rental income tax in France
If you are a non-resident renting out property in France, your income is subject to taxation both in France and your home country, requiring the preparation and filing of an annual French property tax return. This article explains how to calculate your rental income and where to find assistance for filing your non-resident French tax return online.
The complete guide to French property taxes – Taxe d’Habitation, Taxe Foncière and CFE refund
France abolished the Taxe d’Habitation for main homes in 2023, but non-resident landlords and second home owners remain fully liable for the Taxe Foncière and the CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises). This essential guide breaks down your remaining property tax obligations, clarifies the new rules for furnished rentals, and provides the exact steps you need to follow to claim your often-overlooked CFE refund.
French property VAT refund guide for foreign investors
France offers international investors the chance to reclaim the 20 % VAT paid on new-build property purchases if the property is rented out commercially under qualifying conditions, making what would otherwise be a significant upfront cost substantially lower. This VAT refund is especially attractive to non-resident buyers willing to participate in schemes such as leaseback and comply with French tax requirements.
Continue readingTIN in France: Requirements, Application, and Usage
Navigating French taxes as a non-resident can be confusing. This guide explains everything about the French Tax Identification Number (TIN), how to obtain it, where to find it, and its role in income and property tax for non-residents.
Continue readingProperty Tax in France for Non-Residents: Ultimate Guide to French Real Estate Taxes (2025)
If you own property in France as a non-resident, understanding French property tax is essential. This guide explains taxe foncière, taxe d’habitation, rental income tax, capital gains tax, wealth tax (IFI), and VAT rules for non-residents.
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When was “Property Tax International” created?
The idea was born in 2006.
We noticed that more and more people were purchasing property abroad and there was a gap in the market for a company that could organise and manage the tax requirements of international property owners.
We wanted to help people who have a property and rental income in France, Germany, Spain, Ireland, the UK, Poland, Hungary and the USA to meet their tax obligations.