Tax & Finance

#2019-1479Finance Law No. 2019-1479 for 2020

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The Finance Law No. 2019-1479 outlines budgetary measures and fiscal policies for France in 2020, including provisions related to structural and effective balances of public administrations. Notably, it establishes updated tax rates and exemptions, modifies criteria for various financial aids, and introduces fiscal adjustments aimed at managing economic challenges. It plays a crucial role in shaping the French economic landscape amidst ongoing fiscal realities.

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Key Changes

  • Updated income tax thresholds
  • Introduction of new energy transition credit
  • Modification of tax exemptions for local elected officials

Obligations

What this law requires

high

Authorize perception of State resources and all types of impositions assigned to legal entities other than the State during 2020 in accordance with existing laws, regulations, and the provisions of this finance law

French State tax authorities and financial administrators
operational
high

Apply updated income tax threshold of €5,947 (previously €5,888) for Article 196 B calculations in 2020

Tax authorities responsible for income tax assessment
operational
high

Apply updated income tax brackets and thresholds per Article 197 with multiple new amounts effective 2020, including €10,064 (previously €9,964), €27,794 (previously €27,519), €74,517 (previously €73,779), and €157,806 (previously €156,244)

Tax authorities responsible for income tax assessment and collection
operational
high

Reduce the income tax rate from 14% to 11% at the second bracket threshold of Article 197 starting 2020

Tax authorities and employers responsible for income tax withholding
operational
high

Apply updated withholding tax tables per Article 204 H with new monthly income thresholds and proportional rates ranging from 0% to 43% effective 2020 for single taxpayers, couples, and other categories

Employers and payroll administrators responsible for tax withholding
operational

Affected Parties

TaxpayersPublic sector employees

Tags

taxation,budget,fiscal policy