French Income Tax 2025 - Deadlines and Forms
Find out when the deadlines to return your French income declaration are and which to forms to use (download your forms here). ...
By Valérie Aston · 26 Apr 2026 · 63 views
Professional advice on running a small business in France
Bonjour, I'm Valérie Aston, a French business advisor. I help English speakers prepare, create and manage their freelancing activity in France, so they can focus on their customers & development.
Moving to France is exciting: new home, new work, new culture! But having to grasp the business rules can be overwhelming, especially if you don't master the language yet.
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Business blog
New Micro Entrepreneur Turnover limits 2026-2028
The Micro Entrepreneur turnover thresholds have been increased in 2026. Check the maximum sales you can make and get my tips of things to pay attention to. ...
By Valérie Aston · 24 Mar 2026 · 2678 views
Gite and Retreat Properties for sale in Dordogne
Are you looking for gite and retreat properties for sales in France? I've asked my friend Henrietta at Beaux Villlages to share a few. Sneak peak... ...
By Valérie Aston · 23 Mar 2026 · 358 views
Best Business Visas for France in 2026
Things have toughen up since 2025. The French Embassy and DREETS are being more thorough with visa profession liberale and visa talent. ...
By Valérie Aston · 2 Feb 2026 · 1003 views
Free Workbook: 5 Key Decisions to Move to France in 2026
You've decided that 2026 is the year you are moving to France, started searching online and have already hit information overload. Try this workbook instead. ...
By Valérie Aston · 18 Jan 2026 · 722 views
Webinar - 6 Mistakes Made by Gite Owners in France
If you plan to open a Gite or Airbnb in 2026, now is the time to get ready, looking for reliable information on rules, taxes, setup and registration process ...
By Valérie Aston · 6 Jan 2026 · 638 views
Resources
Business podcasts
How to set up a health cover and get a carte vitale
This podcast explains how to set up a health cover and how to get a carte vitale for entrepreneurs. Find out how your carte vitale will be issued and answers to popular questions on health cover. ...
By Valérie Aston · 10 May 2011
Adding an APE or NAF code to your business
This podcast discusses the implications of adding an extra APE or NAF activity code to your current business and how to do it. Adding an extra APE activity code can be done for an auto-entrepreneur, an entreprise ...
By Valérie Aston · 10 May 2011
Complete overview of the auto-entrepreneur system
This podcast, which is 44 minutes long, will give you a complete overview of the auto-entrepreneur system. It's perfect if you're starting a business in France as an auto-entrepreneur, or you're registered and want a ...
By Valérie Aston · 6 Sep 2013
Everyone's questions
When is income tax due 2026?
CPAM Documents Snail mail or upload?
French Income tax + US income/tax-return as EU Citizen
Filling out Form 751-SD with a PO Box setup
Artisan VS Profession Liberale
Which months to declare with URSSAF?
When to report lump sum income?
SCI under corporate
Bank account and PO Box
How do I transition to declaring income for my french business?
Submitting business plan for pre-approval - Visa Profession Liberale
Adding Gardening business to existing auto entrepreneur
New e-invoicing / e-reporting obligations
Complete List of Required Documents
Business Visa France: One-Way Flight Requirement
Mail Boxes Etc. for Domiciliation Address
Working with contractors who are non-French residents
Business Plan approval by ANEF
Testimonials
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