French Tax Number (Numéro fiscal)
Your Numéro fiscal uniquely identifies you with the French tax administration (DGFiP). You’ll find it on your tax notice (avis d’imposition).
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On your latest avis d’imposition or in your impots.gouv.fr account.Why it matters
Needed to file returns, access impots.gouv.fr, and interact with tax offices.What to do now
- Check your latest tax notice for the number
- Create/verify your impots.gouv.fr account
- Keep the number handy for forms and calls
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FAQ
Yes, in France the Numéro fiscal is the personal tax identification number.
Usually on the first page, top left or in the header as 'Numéro fiscal' (13 digits).
You receive it after your first registration with the tax office or after filing.
Treat it like a sensitive ID; share only with trusted institutions.
Related
Guides
- Get your French Tax Number (numéro fiscal)
- How to file your French income tax return online
- Find your avis d’imposition
- Register as auto-entrepreneur with URSSAF
- Get French health insurance (CPAM + Carte Vitale)
- Sign up for a mutuelle
- Pay taxe foncière
- Understand taxe d’habitation
- Obtain a quitus fiscal for a foreign car
- Request an attestation de résidence
More terms
- French Social Security Number (Numéro de sécurité sociale)
- Carte Vitale (Health Insurance Card)
- Tax Notice (Avis d’imposition)
- Proof of Address (Justificatif de domicile)
- Bank Details (RIB)
- Pôle emploi Registration
- URSSAF for Self‑Employed (Auto‑entrepreneur)
- Quitus fiscal (Vehicle Import)
- Income Tax Return (Déclaration des revenus)
- Ameli Account (Assurance Maladie)