{"id":875,"date":"2026-05-22T14:42:16","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:42:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ptireturns.com\/blog\/?p=875"},"modified":"2026-08-18T07:45:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T07:45:33","slug":"french-property-vat-refund-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ptireturns.com\/blog\/french-property-vat-refund-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"French property VAT refund guide for foreign investors"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Across the globe, many countries offer incentives to boost tourism and attract buyers, but have you ever heard of an opportunity that lets you purchase a brand-new property and then reclaim VAT back?

This is what France is offering. There\u2019s a compelling incentive in place that allows you to claim 20% VAT back on new-build residential properties<\/strong><\/a> if you rent them out commercially.<\/p>\r\n

This French VAT refund can translate into substantial savings, letting you recover 20% of the purchase price of your new French property<\/strong><\/a>.

Even better, this benefit is available to non-residents, making it an enticing option for international investors.<\/p>\r\n

In this guide, you will find everything you need to know about claiming a property VAT refund in France<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Reclaiming VAT on property in France

What is TVA in France?<\/h2>\r\n

*VAT=TVA<\/strong> (Taxe sur la Valeur Ajout\u00e9e) is an expenditure tax imposed on consumers of services and goods in France.<\/p>\r\n

In France, the regular VAT rate is set at 20%.<\/p>\r\n

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CLAIM YOUR FRENCH PROPERTY VAT REFUND ONLINE<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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How can I claim VAT back on new build property in France?<\/h2>\r\n

You could claim 20% VAT back on your new build French property if you agree to rent it out commercially.

To qualify, you\u2019ll need to meet certain requirements and sign a commercial lease.

You will be able to get back the VAT refund if you rent out your furnished real estate<\/a><\/strong> under the French leaseback scheme<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n

Initially, you will have to pay the full price and then apply for a refund from the French Tax Administration.<\/p>\r\n

Before applying for certain tax refunds or filing obligations, foreign property owners should understand how to obtain a French num\u00e9ro fiscal<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Property type<\/th>VAT treatment<\/th>VAT recovery potential<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Existing\/resale home<\/td>Generally no property VAT<\/td>Usually no<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
New-build property<\/td>VAT may apply<\/td>Potentially<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Leaseback property<\/td>VAT may apply<\/td>Potentially<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Serviced tourism residence<\/td>VAT may apply<\/td>Potentially<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Standard private holiday home<\/td>Generally not qualifying<\/td>Usually no<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Qualifying para-hotel rental<\/td>VAT may apply<\/td>Potentially<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\r\n

What is considered new-build property in France?<\/h2>\r\n

Old Properties<\/strong><\/p>\r\n