About France
France is a founding EU member and the eurozone's second-largest economy, with over 20,000 foreign companies operating in the country. Key sectors include aerospace, pharmaceuticals, tourism, and luxury goods.
French EORI application
Applicable country/region: FR - France
Unit PriceEUR 125 / Company
Applicant Must Be PresentNo
English-speaking advisor
France local setup support
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Are you a small or medium-sized business looking to expand into the French market? Look no further than TKEG Expat's services. Our company specializes in helping SMEs around the world expand internationally, and we are now offering assistance with applying for a French EORI number. This number is essential for any business importing or exporting goods in France, and our team will handle the entire application process for you. With our expertise and knowledge of the French jurisdiction, we guarantee a smooth and efficient process. Plus, our prices include tax, making it even easier for you to get started. Trust TKEG Expat for all your international expansion needs.
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Technology and Innovation
Technology is central to the French economy, with heavy government investment in R&D. The Sophia Antipolis technology park near Nice hosts one of the highest concentrations of tech engineers outside Silicon Valley, attracting major companies including Cisco, Intel, and IBM.
Brand Image
High-end consumer goods in France are highly esteemed internationally. Therefore, international companies establish part of or directly set up their headquarters in France, due to the high investment value and brand added value.
Investment Environment
France is one of Europe's largest markets, with Paris as a major global financial center and a leader in European venture capital. The country offers a skilled workforce, quality transport infrastructure, and strong IP protections, while the government actively expands policies to attract foreign investment.
Self-Declaration of Value-Added Tax
Since the tax reform in July 2021, all e-commerce companies registered outside the European Union need platforms such as Amazon to declare their value-added tax. Registering a company in France allows you to independently declare value-added tax and reduce tax liabilities.
General CIT Rate
Standard rate: 25%; qualifying small corporations may benefit from 15% on the first EUR 42,500 of taxable profits.
CIT Return Due Date
About the fiscal year ending on December 31st, until the end of May of the following year.
CIT Payment Due Date
About the fiscal year ending on December 31 and May 15 of the following year.
CIT Estimated Payment Due Date
By way of installment payments in four installments (i.e., for the fiscal year ending on December 31, must be submitted and paid on March 15, June 15, September 15, and December 15).
Resident Withholding Tax (Dividend/Interest/Royalty)
N/A
None-Resident Withholding Tax (Dividend/Interest/Royalty)
25/0/25
General VAT Rate
20
General Capital Gain Tax Rate
Capital gains are constrained by the normal corporate income tax rate.
Composite Effective Average Tax Rate
23.66
Composite Effective Marginal Tax Rate
15.38
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