Freedom Score

Emigrating from Netherlands to France: tax and cost of living

How does France score against Netherlands? The Freedom Score weighs six dimensions, built on primary government sources.

Net per month€3,374
Per year vs. Netherlands-€639

Tax

52/100

Residency

90/100

Cost of living

46/100

Living environment

73/100

Mobility

99/100

Ownership

85/100

Compared by dimension

On an average Netherlands income of €54,000 gross per year, you keep €40,483 net in France: a difference of €639 per year compared with Netherlands.

  • Tax: on this income France lands at an effective rate of about 25%, against 24% in Netherlands.
  • Passport and mobility: from France you travel visa-free to 194 countries.
  • Residency: on our accessibility scale France scores 90 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
  • Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give France a living-environment score of 73 out of 100.

The tax regime in France

France has a progressive income tax with a top rate of 45% plus social charges up to ~17%. The wealth tax (IFI) applies only to real estate assets above EUR 1.3 million. An impatriate regime offers eligible expats up to 8 years of partial foreign-income exemption.

Residency and visas in France

EU citizens reside freely in France. Non-EU nationals must obtain a residence permit via employment, family, or investment routes. The 'Talent Passport' visa offers a streamlined route for highly skilled workers and investors.

  • Carte de sejour - Salarie / Travailleur temporaire · 5 years to permanent residency
  • Passeport Talent - Salarie qualifie · €35,352/year · 4 years to permanent residency
  • Passeport Talent - Investisseur · €300,000 · 4 years to permanent residency
  • Visa Visiteur (retraite / rentier) · €17,040/year · 5 years to permanent residency
  • Passeport Talent - Createur d'entreprise · 4 years to permanent residency
Read the full guide to FranceTax, residency routes, property rules and quality of life, with sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Netherlands and France?
On an average Netherlands income it differs by roughly €639 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.
Is this tax advice?
No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.
What sources is this based on?
The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.
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Figures from primary government sources. Information, not advice.

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