France: 2011 Amended Draft Finance Act

July 6, 2011

The French government have recently published the 2011 Amended Draft Finance Act.

The pertinent changes to the legislation that may be applicable to expatriate employees and their employers include: 2011 wealth tax rates, new tax due by non-residents owning French real estate, exit tax, inheritance and gift duties, and foreign trusts.

Further details are available from the Ernst & Young HR and Tax Alert which can be accessed using the link below:

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