How to register for VAT in France?
Hello,
Can anyone advise how to register for VAT in France ? We are a UK company VAT registered in UK but cant find any information how to register for VAT in France.
Thank you
4 replies
Seller_z6B2L9xab6HlP
Have a look at the “How to register for VAT MOSS in France” section of this website, but stop after step 5: https://quaderno.io/resources/france-vat-guide/
France apparently requires a SEPA account that can handle B2B direct debits. I think in some cases you might be able to pay by other means, but they fine you (€60 at last checking) for using a non-standard payment method.
Seller_z6B2L9xab6HlP
MOSS is for digital services. You’ll need a French VAT number if you’re storing goods in France.
Seller_f5cnodyVjLD4S
Hi Lush fashion,
This is an official French government site (gouv.fr) for foreign businesses wishing to register for VAT. They will answer any questions in English and help you through the process of registering.
https://www.impots.gouv.fr/portail/international-professionnel/value-added-tax
Service des impôts des entreprises étrangères
10, rue du Centre
TSA 20011
93465 Noisy-le-Grand Cedex
For further informations, please contact: + 33 (0)1 72 95 20 31
Email: siee.dinr@dgfip.finances.gouv.fr
(NB at the moment as a member of the EU you don’t need a tax representative in France or other eu countries when registering however after a no deal Brexit that will be obligatory)
