Two-factor authentication now required for filing taxes in France
by Matthieu Van Gucht
From now on, logging in to impots.gouv.fr will require an extra layer of security. The French tax authorities are introducing two-factor authentication, a crucial update for anyone filing a personal tax return in France.
Why this change?
The Direction Générale des Finances Publiques (DGFiP) aims to enhance the protection of personal and financial data. Due to increasing threats such as phishing and identity theft, an additional verification step is now required at login.
What does this mean in practice?
At your next login:
Enter your 13-digit tax identification number and password as usual.
You’ll receive a security code via email, sent to the address linked to your account.
Enter this code to access your personal tax portal.
Good to know: if you log in from a trusted device, it will be recognised as secure for six months, so you won’t need to re-enter a code each time.
Who is affected?
Even as a non-resident, you are required to file a French personal income tax return if you:
rent out real estate in France,
earn income or work in France,
are liable for IFI (Impôt sur la Fortune Immobilière – real estate wealth tax).
This update is therefore relevant for Belgian real estate investors and expats who own property in France.
What should you do now?
This update is part of a broader strategy to strengthen digital security and protect taxpayer data. The French tax authorities will also notify you via email.
Take a moment to verify that your login credentials and email address on impots.gouv.fr are still correct. If you rely on an external advisor to help with your tax filing, make sure to inform them and provide access to your personal portal.
Need help? Don’t hesitate to contact us! Our specialists monitor French tax regulations closely and will guide you every step of the way.
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Matthieu Van Gucht
Team Manager Accountancy matthieu.vangucht@vandelanotte.fr
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