French-German Tax Lawyer

Secure its operations between France and Germany

France and Germany have some of the most important economic relations in Europe. Cross-investment, subsidiaries and the mobility of managers and employees generate tax issues that require a cross-border approach. The coexistence of two tax systems, supplemented by the Franco-German tax convention, requires a rigorous analysis to prevent the risks of double taxation and to secure international operations.

Whether it is a project of expatriation, the development of an activity or the management of an asset located in both countries, legal support can anticipate the tax consequences and ensure compliance.

Tax residence and mobility between France and Germany

Identify the State competent to tax income

Determining tax residence is a major issue for people living, working or investing between France and Germany. The criteria adopted by the two tax administrations must be reconciled with the provisions of the tax treaty in order to determine the State having the power to tax.

This analysis includes business leaders, expatriate employees, frontier workers and people sharing their lives between the two countries.

Anticipating the consequences of international mobility

A departure to Germany or a return to France can have a significant impact on the taxation of income, capital gains and wealth. An upstream preparation identifies the applicable reporting obligations and limits the tax risks associated with the change of residence.

Developing a Franco-German economic activity

Creating a subsidiary or establishment in Germany

Germany is a strategic market for French companies wishing to develop their activities in Europe. The choice of establishment structure must be made taking into account commercial objectives, fiscal constraints and risks associated with the qualification of permanent establishment.

An appropriate organization helps secure investments and optimize relationships between the group's companies.

Framework intra-group flows

Transactions between a French company and its German entity must comply with the rules applicable to transfer prices, invoicing of intra-group services and international financial flows.

Documentation that meets the requirements of tax administrations reduces the risk of recovery and secures trade between different companies.

Heritage and international investment

Holding assets in France and Germany may result in tax obligations in both states. Real estate income, equity in corporations, financial investments and asset transfer transactions require analysis taking into account national and conventional rules.

An appropriate heritage strategy protects investors' interests and anticipates the tax consequences of long-term projects.

Support in Franco-German taxation

Our firm supports individuals, business leaders and international groups facing the challenges of Franco-German taxation.

We are involved in expatriation projects, establishment of subsidiaries, cross-border investment, group restructuring and international tax controls. Our approach is to offer legal solutions tailored to the objectives of our customers while ensuring the security of their operations between France and Germany.