Income Tax – Tax Return 2025 Guide
Updated on January 1, 2025 – Directorate of Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
2025 Income Tax Return for 2024 Earnings
Last updated: February 16, 2025
The 2025 income tax return campaign for 2024 earnings is approaching. However, the necessary forms, online services, and informational documents are not yet available. They will be released as soon as they are ready.
Who Needs to File a Tax Return in 2025?
If you live in France or if your fiscal residence is in France, you are required to declare your income.
Important Information for Tax Residents and Non-Residents
- If you live abroad but earn income from France, you must also declare your income in France.
- Even if your income is low or nonexistent, filing a tax return can be beneficial.
Benefits of Filing a Tax Return
Filing your 2025 tax return allows you to:
– Obtain a non-taxation certificate, required for certain financial aid (e.g., housing assistance).
– Request a refund for eligible tax credits.
Example:
You may receive a tax credit refund for childcare expenses, whether at home or in a daycare facility.
One Declaration Per Household
Only one tax return per household is required. This includes all income and deductible expenses of all household members (e.g., spouses and dependents), leading to a single tax assessment.
How to File Your 2025 Tax Return?
Online Tax Declaration – Mandatory in Most Cases
If your primary residence has internet access, you are required to file your tax return online.
Failure to comply may result in a 0.2% penalty on the tax owed, with a minimum fine of €60.
Where to File Online?
Log in to your Personal Tax Account for the 2025 online tax declaration (for 2024 income).
Before submitting, check that all pre-filled information is correct and update it if necessary.
Keep all supporting documents for three years in case of an audit.
📌 Exception: If you live in an area with no internet or mobile service, you may submit a paper tax return instead.
Tax Return 2025 Deadlines
The 2024 tax declaration (for 2023 income) is closed.
The 2025 tax declaration (for 2024 income) begins in April 2025.
Can You Modify Your Tax Return After Submission?
Yes! Even after submitting your declaration, you may still correct certain details if necessary.
For expert tax filing assistance and to ensure compliance with the latest regulations, visit www.escec-international.com.
