Requesting a Tax Exemption

You may benefit from full or partial exemption from certain taxes (housing tax, property tax) depending on your income or specific situation (age, disability, etc.). This exemption can be requested via a detailed letter if not automatically applied.

This page explains how to request this exemption, what information to provide, and offers a ready-to-use letter template, plus a tool to automatically generate your personalized letter.

When should you write this letter?

• You believe you're eligible for an exemption not automatically applied;
• Your income is below the specified threshold for exemption;
• Your special situation (age, disability) opens the right to exemption;
• You need to clarify your situation to justify your request.

In all these cases, a written letter remains a reliable way to claim your exemption right.

Required information to include

• Your first and last name and tax number;
• The type of tax concerned by the exemption;
• The reason for your eligibility (income, age, disability);
• Supporting documents for your request.

The better documented your request, the more accurate the review.

Official letter template

Important note: the letter sent to the tax office must be written in French, as it is a French administration. Below is a template you can use as a basis.

[First name LAST NAME]
[Full address]
[Tax number]

Tax Office for Individuals of [City]
[Office address]

Written in [City], on [Date]

Subject: Exemption request

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am requesting exemption from [tax concerned] given my situation: [description].

[...]

→ The complete letter, tailored precisely to your situation and ready to send, is generated automatically in 3 minutes using the tool above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for housing tax exemption?

People with limited income, or in special situations (specific age, disability, RSA).

Is the exemption automatic?

In some cases yes based on your tax return, in others a specific request is required.

Can multiple exemptions be combined?

Depends on the type of taxes and specific conditions for each exemption.

How long does it take to accept the request?

Usually a few weeks to a few months depending on file complexity.

What if my income changes after receiving the exemption?

You must declare this change as it may affect continuation of the exemption.