- Associations that are closely linked on financial, economic, and organizational levels can form a VAT group in France.
- To create a VAT group from January 1, 2024, the option must be notified to the tax authorities by October 31, 2023.
- The option covers a mandatory minimum period of 3 years, until December 31, 2026.
- Financial links are determined by control, either directly or indirectly, by the same person, with control being satisfied by owning more than 50% of the capital or voting rights.
- The administration has provided clarification for associations, stating that financial links are characterized by controlling a majority of votes in the general assembly.
- An example is given where a company A owns a certain percentage of the capital in companies B, C, and D, and these companies each hold a voice in the general assembly of association E.
- As a result, B, C, D, and E are considered closely linked on a financial level.
Source: pkf-arsilon.com
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