Tax Declaration 2025: Key Dates and Changes to Know
The tax declaration 2025 period is approaching, and the French tax authorities have announced that online declarations will open on April 10, 2025. While the exact deadlines for submission depend on the taxpayer‘s place of residence, they have not yet been officially confirmed.
Key Dates and Deadlines
- April 10, 2025 – Online tax declarations open on the official tax website.
- September 28, 2025 – Automatic tax deductions will take place.
Taxpayers must ensure they meet the deadlines to avoid penalties.
Online Tax Simulator Available
To estimate income tax for 2024 earnings, a tax simulator has been available since March 7, 2025. However, the final tax amount may change based on actual income and deductions applied during the declaration process.
Changes for 2025
Several tax modifications have been introduced following the Finance Law for 2025, including:
- Updated Tax Brackets: The income tax scale is adjusted upward by 1.8%, based on inflation (excluding tobacco).
- Expanded Tax Benefits: More charities, including those supporting domestic violence victims, are now eligible for tax-deductible donations.
- Tip Exemptions Extended: The exemption for service tips from social contributions and income tax, introduced in 2022, has been extended.
- Agricultural and Energy Renovation Incentives: Certain tax deductions and exemptions in these sectors have been revised.
These updates aim to provide financial relief while ensuring tax fairness. More details will be available once the tax declaration process officially begins.
