Taxes & Social Contributions for Freelancers

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Freelancers in France must manage income tax, business property tax (CFE), and social contributions:

Income tax: Deduction rates of 34–71% depending on activity, then taxed at standard French rates.

CFE: Paid if earning over €5,000 annually; rates depend on revenue and location.

Social contributions: Fund healthcare, retirement, and benefits. Rates range from 12.3% to 21.2%.

Some groups, like freelancers under 25, can get up to 75% reductions in their first three years.

[kelson10]

Freelancing in France:
Income Tax – Flat-rate deduction (34–71% based on activity), balance taxed at standard progressive rates.
CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises) – Due if revenue > €5,000/year, amount varies by city and turnover.

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Key Taxes for French Freelancers:
1️⃣ Income Tax – Professional expenses deducted (34–71%), then taxed under French brackets.
2️⃣ Business Property Tax (CFE) – Applies once earnings exceed €5,000; local rates differ per commune.