Getting Your French Fiscal Number: A Guide for Non-Resident Property Owners

When you become a property owner in France as a non-resident, one of your first essential steps is obtaining your 13-digit French fiscal number (numéro fiscal). This unique identifier is your gateway to accessing the French tax system online and fulfilling your tax obligations as a property owner.

Why You Need a French Fiscal Number

Your 13-digit fiscal number allows you to:

Access your personal tax space at the French tax office website (impots.gouv.fr)
Declare rental income from your French property
Manage your French tax affairs online
Receive official tax communications

How to Apply for Your Fiscal Number

The process is straightforward but requires specific information and documentation. You’ll need to send an email with your personal details and supporting documents to the French tax authorities.

Required Information
When preparing your application email, you must include the following details exactly as specified:

Nom de naissance – Your surname (maiden name if applicable)

Nom d’usage – Surname you currently use (married name if applicable)

Prénom(s) – First name and any middle names

Date de naissance – Date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format (00/00/0000)

Pays de naissance – Country where you were born (write in French, e.g., “Royaume-Uni” for UK)

Département de naissance – Regional area/county where you were born (e.g., “Devon” if born in Exeter)

Ville de naissance – City where you were born

Adresse mail – Your email address

Téléphone – Phone number with international dialing code (e.g., “00 44 78 7878 7878” for UK)

Adresse à l’étranger – Your complete foreign address including postcode and country

Required Documentation

You must attach a copy of your valid passport (for whoever is the owner of the property share).

Email Format

Subject Line: CRÉATION D'ACCÈS À L'ESPACE PARTICULIER – NON RESIDENTS

Email Body:

text

Dear Sir, Madam,

Thank you for registering me with the French tax office and sending me my fiscal number with 13 digits. Passport attached. Let me know if you need more info.

Madame, Monsieur,
Merci de me communiquer mon nouveau numéro fiscal à treize chiffres. Passeport ci-joint. Je reste à votre entière disposition.

Send to: dinr.servicesenligne@dgfip.finances.gouv.fr

What Happens Next

Once you receive your 13-digit fiscal number, you’ll be able to:

Create your personal account on impots.gouv.fr
Access “Votre espace particulier” (Your Personal Space)
Begin declaring any rental income from your French property

Important Tips

Accuracy is crucial – Double-check all information before sending
Use French naming conventions for countries and regions where possible
Include all required documentation – incomplete applications may be delayed
Keep copies of all correspondence for your records

Having your French fiscal number is the foundation of managing your tax obligations as a non-resident property owner in France. Once established, you’ll have the tools needed to comply with French tax requirements and manage your property investments effectively.

Note: After obtaining your fiscal number, consult with a tax professional about declaring rental income and understanding your specific tax obligations as a non-resident property owner in France.