Transfer of French assets and gifts

When contemplating a gift of French property or transfer French asset we strongly advise that advice should be taken at the outset in order to minimize tax liabilities where possible and avoid a course of action which could lead to an expensive and undesired outcome later on.

In circumstances where there is a clear benefit in transferring or gifting French assets, or where there is a non financial imperative for doing so, then we can assist our clients through the process in order that they understand the implications of their actions and fully understand the documentation they are signing.

The process for gifting French assets is considerably more complicated than in England and the tax implications are significantly different. We can assist you through the process in France and provide advice on the implications in France and in the UK.