Business donations: what tax reduction?
Rates, cap, carryforward and evidence: how French corporate tax relief works for donations to eligible associations in 2026.
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Business donations: what tax reduction?
Updated March 2026 - In France, eligible business donations may give rise to a corporate tax reduction under Article 238 bis of the CGI.
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The key is to confirm the beneficiary, the nature of the donation and the evidence before year-end filing.
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Article written by Samuel HAYOT
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