French developers and entrepreneurs have some of the highest effective tax rates in the EU. Moving to Cyprus changes that picture significantly. Here is a practical breakdown of what actually shifts and what the numbers look like. Why this matters more for France than most countries France combines: Income tax up to 45% Social contributions (CSG/CRDS + cotisations sociales) that can push total burden above 60% for self-employed Wealth tax (IFI) on real estate assets above EUR 1.3M Capital gains tax up to 30% flat (PFU) An exit tax on unrealised gains when you leave The exit tax alone is a reason French residents do more relocation planning than most Europeans. What Cyprus offers instead Cyprus has a 0% Non-Dom dividend tax (SDC) for the first 17 years. If you operate via a Cyprus company and take profits as dividends, the effective combined rate is approximately 2.65% GHS on dividends received. Corporate tax in Cyprus: 15%.…