Lawyer specializing in Franco-Belgian taxation

Anticipating the challenges of taxation between France and Belgium

Relations between France and Belgium are particularly close. The proximity of both countries favours personal mobility, business establishment and cross-border investment. Whether it is an expatriation project, the creation of a subsidiary, a real estate investment or the management of a family property, the tax consequences must be analysed with precision.

The application of the Franco-Belgian tax convention and national laws makes it possible to determine the tax duties of each State. A preliminary study is necessary in order to avoid situations of double taxation and to secure the envisaged operations.

Organize your tax residence between France and Belgium

Identifying the tax country

The transfer of residence between France and Belgium is not limited to a simple change of address. Tax administrations appreciate a set of criteria such as the home, the centre of economic and personal interests or the duration of their presence in each state.

An analysis of these elements is used to determine the applicable tax system and to prevent difficulties associated with possible double tax residence.

Support mobility projects

Managers, employees, pensioners and entrepreneurs who settle in Belgium or return to France must anticipate the tax implications of their mobility. This preparation includes income taxation, reporting obligations and the heritage consequences of the change of residence.

Investment and French-Belgian heritage

Holding a heritage in both states

The holding of buildings, social interests or financial investments in France and Belgium may lead to tax obligations in both countries. The nature of income and the location of assets directly influence their tax system.

An appropriate organisation ensures that investments are secure and that double taxation risks are mitigated.

Preparing for international transmission

Successions and donations with extraneous elements require special attention. The applicable rules may differ depending on the location of the property, the residence of the parties concerned and the international conventions in force.

An anticipation of these operations helps to preserve the family's heritage and avoid difficulties in its transmission.

Developing economic activity between France and Belgium

Trade between the two countries frequently leads to the creation of subsidiaries, branches or distribution structures. These establishments must be organised in order to comply with the rules applicable to permanent establishment, transfer pricing and company taxation.

Our firm supports companies in structuring their international operations to secure their investments and intra-group relationships.

Support in Franco-Belgian taxation

Franco-Belgian taxation requires full control of the rules applicable in each of the two States and their articulation. Our firm works with individuals, business leaders and investors to support them in their mobility, international development and heritage management projects.

Each situation is analysed individually to identify the most suitable solutions, to secure cross-border transactions and to defend the interests of our customers in case of control or tax litigation.