Obtaining a French VAT Refund is an essential cash flow lever for foreign companies that have incurred expenses in France. However, the complexity of administrative procedures and strict deadlines lead to the permanent loss of millions of euros in deductible VAT every year. I am Jim, a VAT expert at Eurofiscalis. In this guide, I […]
VAT Return in France for Foreign Companies: The Complete Compliance Guide
Are you selling in France? Congratulations on your international expansion. But let’s be direct: the French tax administration does not play around when it comes to a VAT Return in France. For a foreign CFO, the French system can seem opaque, rigid, or even punitive. Between the “Régime Réel Normal,” the specificities of the CA3 […]
VAT Number France: Why and How to Obtain an FR VAT Number?
Selling on the French market involves strict tax obligations: from your very first taxable transaction, you must obtain a VAT number in France. To get your French VAT number, you need to complete the registration process via the INPI portal (Guichet Unique) or through the SIEE in Noisy-le-Grand. Good news: you can appoint a Fiscal […]
How to Invoice a Client in France? The Invoicing Guide for Foreign Companies
How do you invoice a French client? This is the question every foreign company asks when expanding into the French market. There is no single answer: it depends strictly on your customer type (B2B or B2C) and the nature of your sale (goods or services). However, regardless of the situation, your invoices must include the […]
When and How to File the EC Sales List (ESL) and INTRASTAT in France? (2026 Edition)
EC Sales List (ESL) and INTRASTAT are the two pillars of your reporting obligations in France if you sell or store goods from Europe. Forget the old “DEB” (Déclaration d’Échange de Biens): since 2022, you face two distinct procedures. On one hand, the EC Sales List (ESL) is a systematic tax obligation from the first […]
Selling DDP in France: VAT and Customs Rules for Foreign Businesses
Selling DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) in France is an ideal growth lever for offering a “seamless” experience to your customers, but it is a complex leap for your tax management. Are you wondering how to sell DDP in France? In practice, you must take on the role of the official importer. This requires rigorous preparation: […]
Importing into France: The Complete Guide (EORI, VAT, and Fiscal Representation)
Importing into France requires full compliance: without a valid EORI number or VAT identification, your goods will be blocked at customs immediately. Whether you are an EU or non-EU company, you must master the customs “triptych”: obtaining an EORI number, the VAT reverse charge mechanism, and appointing a Tax Representative in France. This administrative rigor […]