Plan d’Epargne en Action (PEA)

The Plan d'Epargne en Action (PEA or shared savings plan) is a tax-efficient way to invest and manage a portfolio of eligible French and European securities, such as shares, UCIs, etc.

It gives you a securities account and a cash account for payments, proceeds from selling securities or dividends, and other products awaiting investment.

Shares in UCIs set up in a Member State of the European Community, plus Iceland, Norway or Liechtenstein, that are governed by European regulations and whose assets always include at least 75% securities, are eligible for PEAs.

Note: Since 20 March 2012, ceasing to be tax resident in France no longer means your PEA will close, unless you're moving to a non-cooperative state or territory (ETNC).

You pay no income tax on your investment if you leave it for at least 5 years⁽¹⁾.

• Build up your savings over the long term
  Invest up to € 150,000 per person, or €300,000 for a married couple or civil partnership⁽²⁾, in the stock market for at least 5 years⁽¹⁾ and pay no income or capital gains tax.
  
• Invest in a wide range of markets
  Your PEA works like a traditional securities account, enabling you to manage your own portfolio and invest in the European financial markets, like shares, some UCIs, and more.
  
• Prepare for retirement
  After 8 years, you can close your PEA and convert your capital into a life annuity that’s exempt from income tax. So you can enjoy regular income for your retirement free from tax, apart from applicable social security contributions. Excludes non-French tax residents.

It only takes a couple of minutes to complete our online form.

Speak to one of our advisers in branch, at a time to suit you.

*Dial +33810246810 within France (service €0.09 per call + call price) and for service outside France (cost varies by operator).

To make a deposit, log on to Online Banking and select 'Transfers' then 'Transfers within France'.