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PARIS – The French tax season for 2024 income opens on April 10, 2025, with deadlines spread across several weeks, depending on your department. All residents of France, as well as non-residents with French-sourced income, must submit their income tax returns by varying deadlines. Missing these deadlines could result in significant penalties. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 French income tax declaration deadlines.
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Context & Background – Why is this happening?
Every year, French taxpayers must declare their income, including earnings from French properties, by set deadlines. These dates vary depending on the taxpayer’s department of residence. The 2025 income tax season opens on April 10 and runs until June, ensuring that the French Tax Administration can process declarations efficiently and accurately.
2025 Income Tax Deadlines by Department:
- Before midnight, May 22, 2025 – For departments 01 (Ain) to 19 (Corrèze), and non-residents with French-sourced income.
- Before midnight, May 28, 2025 – For departments 20 (Corse-du-Sud) to 54 (Meurthe-et-Moselle).
- Before midnight, June 5, 2025 – For departments 55 (Meuse) to 95 (Val-d’Oise), as well as overseas departments.
Paper Returns – Separate Deadline
For those opting to file paper returns, either due to technical limitations or by special exemption, the deadline is earlier:
- Before midnight, May 20, 2025.
First-time filers typically use the paper return option, and the forms are available at impots.gouv.fr.
Impact on Non-Residents:
Non-residents must also declare any French-sourced income, such as rental income from properties in France. The deadlines above apply to these individuals, as well.
Penalties for Late Submission:
Failing to meet the deadline could result in penalties, with an automatic 10% increase on taxes owed. The penalty can escalate to 40% for taxpayers who ignore repeated reminders.
Expert Reactions:
Tax experts encourage all residents and non-residents with French-sourced income to stay on top of these deadlines. Experts warn that late submissions can complicate the tax process and result in unnecessary financial penalties.
What’s Next?
To ensure seamless tax filing, the French Tax Administration advises all taxpayers to begin preparing their returns early. With a focus on online submission, the government is encouraging individuals to submit electronically, which helps expedite the process and avoid mistakes. Paper returns are still available, but online filing is faster and often more secure.
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