Tax residency by country
Am I a tax resident of France? The day-count rule
This page explains, in plain terms, the day-count rule that typically makes you a tax resident of France — and how to keep track of it without doing the maths by hand.
The day threshold
France generally treats you as a tax resident if you spend 183 days or more there during the calendar year (1 January–31 December).
France is in the Schengen area, so if you're a non-EU visitor your stays there also count toward the Schengen 90/180 limit — a separate rule from tax residency.
Residly is a planning tool, not tax, legal or immigration advice. Confirm anything that matters with a qualified professional or the relevant authority.
Check your days
Use the free calculator to see how your days stack up against the threshold — or let Residly track it automatically on your phone.
Open the calculatorSchengen 90/180 calculator
Other countries
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