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Programs/Gov. scheme

Crédit d'Impôt Recherche (CIR)

French Government
30% R&D tax credit

One of Europe's most generous R&D tax credits; refundable for young SMEs.

Gov. schemeTax Incentives
Eligibility
Companies with R&D spend in France.
Available in
FR France
Details
Tiers, how to apply, what to watch out for and sources are free with an account.
Apply on enseignementsup-recherche.gouv.fr ↗

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