Service à la personne tax credit: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to claim a tax credit of 50% on expenses for home services like cleaning, tutoring, and tech support in France.
This tax credit helps reduce your overall tax bill when you hire individuals to perform various domestic or personal services in your home.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed for individuals who hire help to assist with various aspects of daily life. If you hire someone to help with home cleaning, providing tutoring for students, or offering technical support for your devices, you may qualify for this benefit.
What you get
The primary benefit is a tax credit that covers 50% of the expenses you pay for these specific services. This can significantly lower your total tax liability by allowing you to claim back half of the money spent on the help you receive.
What it costs you
There is no upfront fee to apply for this tax credit. However, it does require your time and administrative diligence. To benefit from the credit, you must declare the specific service provider you have hired to the relevant authorities. Keeping organized records of these service providers and their work is an essential part of the process.
The catch to know
It is important to be aware that there is a limit to how much you can benefit each year. The total amount of the credit you can receive is capped at €12,000 per year. If your total spending on these services exceeds this amount, you will only receive the credit for the portion up to the limit.
How to apply
- Hire a service provider for tasks like cleaning, tutoring, or tech support.
- Ensure you receive proper documentation and proof of payment for the services rendered.
- Keep a detailed record of all expenses and the details of the provider used.
- Declare the service provider and the total amount spent during your annual tax filing with the Direction Générale des Finances Publiques.