Starting 1st March 2025, the French government will introduce a new tax impacting all flights departing France and Its territories. The French Solidarity Tax will apply to both commercial and private aviation, supporting initiatives and shaping the future of air travel.
What is the French Solidarity Tax?
This new tax aims to generate funds for environmental projects while encouraging more suitable aviation practises. As a result, al passengers flying from France will be subject to an additional charge, with certain exemptions available for specific routes.
How Much Is The Tax
There are different categories of travel taxes depending on the aircraft type and travel distance. Here is a general guide:
All EU countries, UK, and Switzerland:
Turbo-props: EUR 210 per person
Jets: EUR 420 per person
All Non-EU countries:
Jets up to 5,500 km: EUR 1,015 per person
Jets beyond 5,500 km: EUR 2,100 per person
How is the Tax Calculated?
Previously, flight taxation was based on two destinations bands. The 2025 reform introduces a three-band system based on distance from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
- Short-haul: European Economic Area (EEA) and destinations within 1,000km of CDG (e.g. the UK, Switzerland).
- Mid-range: Flights that do not fall under short-haul or long-haul categories.
- Long-haul: Destinations with capital cities located more than 5,000 km from CDG.
Additionally, the new tax structure differentiate between four categories of business aviation (previously two), distinguishing between commercial and private operations.
Standard flights – general chartered flights.
With additional service – flights with extra onboard services charged separately.
Business aircraft (turboprop engines) – non-scheduled flights in turbroprop aircraft with 19 or fewer seats.
Business aircraft (turboprop engines) – unscheduled operations using turbojet aircraft with 19 or fewer seats.
Why Has This Tax Been Introduced?
The French government has two objectives with this tax:
- Funding Environmental Projects – Revenue from the tax will support climate initiatives and the development of cleaner aviation technologies.
- Promoting Sustainable Aviation Fuls (SAF) – By making traditional air travel more expensive, the tax encourages the adoption of SAF. Businesses using SAF can benefit from a 50% tax credit, capped at £35 million per year.
How Bookajet Can Help?
At Bookajt, we understand that these changes can make private travel more expensive. We help our clients find cost-effective routes, minimise tax exposure, and ensure compliance with new regulations.
Our services include transparent pricing, where all taxes are included upfront, regulatory guidance to keep clients informed, and personalised itinerary planning to help find the best routes and aircraft for cost savings.
Need Help Planning Your Next Flight?
If you’re looking for ways to reduce costs or find better departure options, contact Bookajet today. Our team is here to make your private jet experience as smooth and affordable as possible.
