French Annual Tax Return Service for Expats and Foreign Residents

For expatriates and foreign residents in France, the annual tax return is a mandatory and technical exercise that requires precise reporting of worldwide income according to French tax rules and applicable international tax treaties.

This service is designed for individuals who need full assistance in the preparation and filing of their French income tax return, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance with French regulations, and correct treatment of foreign income and cross-border situations.

Scope of the Tax Declaration Service (500€ Package)

This service includes the complete preparation and filing of your French income tax return and related supporting forms, including:

  • Form 2042 – Main French income tax return
  • Form 2042 C / 2042 C PRO – Additional income (self-employment, specific income categories)
  • Form 2042 NR – Non-resident French income tax return when applicable
  • Form 2047 – Declaration of foreign income (employment income, pensions, dividends, etc.)
  • Form 2044 – Rental income (régime réel)
  • Form 2074 – Capital gains on securities
  • Form 2086 – Crypto-assets capital gains
  • Double tax treaty application and foreign tax credit calculation

This service also includes the correct integration of foreign pensions, salaries, dividends, investment income, and other worldwide income into the French tax return, ensuring proper tax treatment and avoidance of double taxation where applicable.

Included and Excluded Items

This package covers the full preparation of the annual income tax declaration and associated income reporting forms listed above.

However, the following are not included in this package:

  • Form 3916 / 3916-bis – Foreign bank account declarations
  • IFI (Impôt sur la Fortune Immobilière) – French real estate wealth tax return

Handling Foreign and Expat Income

Special attention is given to foreign-source income, including salaries earned abroad, foreign pensions (reported via Form 2047), dividends, and investment income. Each item is analyzed to determine its correct tax treatment under French law and applicable tax treaties.

The objective is to ensure full compliance while correctly applying foreign tax credits and avoiding double taxation.

Why Professional Preparation Matters

French tax declarations involving international income require technical expertise and precise understanding of cross-border taxation rules.

Errors in classification, missing forms, or incorrect treaty application can lead to reassessments or unnecessary taxation. Professional preparation ensures accuracy, consistency, and full compliance with French tax requirements.

This service is designed to provide a complete, secure, and fully managed tax filing experience for expatriates and foreign residents in France.