Expatriation to France: which taxation aspects to take into…
✅ Moving to France involves several legal and taxation considerations. These include:
- determining your tax residency status,
- understanding local tax obligations,
- managing international income,
- avoiding double taxation by implementing double tax treaties mechanisms, and
- ensuring compliance with French tax laws.
Additionally, expatriates must be aware of potential domestic tax reliefs or incentives available to them. Company directors and employees need to align their financial planning with both French regulations and their home country’s tax laws.
In addition, there are other elements to take into account such as:
- social security contributions (i.e. in which country should you pay them? How much will it cost?),
- labour law (i.e. what is the labour law applicable in your situation? What are the mandatory rules to include in the employment contract?),
- immigration law (obtention of visa, resident permit and work permit).
How can a lawyer help with work-related mobility to France?
👩⚖️ Lawyers specializing in expatriation to France provide critical advice on the legal and taxation aspects of moving to and residing in France. As expat tax advisors, they assist with:
- determining tax residency status,
- optimizing tax liabilities,
- ensuring compliance with French and international tax laws, and
- managing financial planning.
They also help expats in France navigate the complexities of French bureaucracy and provide ongoing support for any tax-related issues that arise during their stay in France.
VV Avocat: Your Trusted Partner for Expat Tax Advice in France
At VV Avocat, we specialize in French and international tax law, offering high-end services for expatriates, cross-border workers, and foreign investors.
Me Vincent VIALARD, founder of the firm, has extensive experience in complex tax matters and expatriation cases.
🌍 Why Choose VV Avocat?
- Proven Experience
We’ve advised numerous expatriates, executives, and international professionals relocating to France. We also handle modern challenges like remote work, international telecommuting, and “workations.” - Multilingual Services
We work in English, German, and French, ensuring seamless communication with clients from around the world. - Tailored Legal & Tax Advice
As an independent French law firm, we provide personalized and strategic tax planning services.
💼 Our Services for Expats in France
- “Tax Orientation Briefing” — a working session to understand your situation and obligations
- Eligibility analysis for expat tax incentives
- Filing French tax returns and declarations
- Structuring of executive compensation packages (BSPCE, stock options, BSA, free shares)
- Investment structuring (e.g. contribution-cession, asset-holding companies)
- Tax optimization for managers/shareholders (salary, dividends, carried interest)
- Real estate taxation and Wealth Tax (IFI)
- Inheritance and gift tax planning
- Taxation of international artists and athletes
📞 Need Tax Advice as an Expat in France?
Don’t let tax complexity spoil your new adventure. Contact VV Avocat for tailored tax assistance in France.
We’re here to support you — from the first steps of your relocation to your long-term tax strategy.
