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Insights and news on taxes in France
VAT reforms, filing obligations, indirect and direct taxes: Hanoutax deciphers the regulatory changes that affect your operations in France and in Europe.
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How much does a VAT agent or fiscal representative cost in France?
Read the article : How much does a VAT agent or fiscal representative cost in France?What makes the cost of a VAT agent in France vary, and the questions to ask before signing.
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One-off, permanent or import VAT agent in France: which to choose?
Read the article : One-off, permanent or import VAT agent in France: which to choose?One-off, permanent or import VAT agent in France: the differences, typical uses and how to choose.
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Foreign Company Run from France: How to Register for Corporate Income Tax
Read the article : Foreign Company Run from France: How to Register for Corporate Income TaxA company incorporated abroad but managed from France may be liable to French corporate income tax. Connection to France, one-stop shop registration, instalments and…
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How to Calculate a French VAT Number from a SIREN
Read the article : How to Calculate a French VAT Number from a SIRENCalculate a French VAT number from a SIREN: key formula, two worked examples, limits of the method and how to verify the result in…
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How to Find a French Company’s VAT Number
Read the article : How to Find a French Company’s VAT NumberWhere to find a French company’s VAT number, how to calculate it from the SIREN and how to check it in VIES. A practical…
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French VAT Registration Delays: How Long Does It Take and What Slows It Down?
Read the article : French VAT Registration Delays: How Long Does It Take and What Slows It Down?How long does French VAT registration take for a foreign company? No official deadline is published. See what causes delays and how to file…
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VAT registration in France for UK companies after Brexit
Read the article : VAT registration in France for UK companies after BrexitHow French VAT registration works for UK companies after Brexit: who must register, fiscal representative, steps.
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France VAT registration for foreign companies: step by step
Read the article : France VAT registration for foreign companies: step by stepHow France VAT registration works for a foreign company: who must register, documents, steps and the French VAT number.
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Do I Need a Fiscal Representative in France? EU vs Non-EU Companies
Read the article : Do I Need a Fiscal Representative in France? EU vs Non-EU CompaniesDo you need a fiscal representative in France? How the answer differs for EU and non-EU companies.
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French VAT Number: Format, How to Check It and How to Get One
Read the article : French VAT Number: Format, How to Check It and How to Get OneFrench VAT number format, how to check it and how a foreign company gets one by registering for VAT in France.
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French Tax Agent: Who Needs One and How to Choose
Read the article : French Tax Agent: Who Needs One and How to ChooseWhat a French tax agent is, how it differs from a fiscal representative or an accountant, who needs one and how to choose.
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Foreign Companies in France: The Most Common Tax Mistakes
Read the article : Foreign Companies in France: The Most Common Tax MistakesLate registration, missing proof, ignored letters: the mistakes that cost European businesses active in France the most are also the most avoidable.
Topics we cover
This page gathers the articles published by Hanoutax on VAT and taxes for foreign companies in France. We explain the rules that apply, the developments to watch and the most common mistakes, for businesses established inside or outside the European Union that operate in France.
- VAT and filing obligations: registration, returns, refunds and penalties. See our VAT filings expertise.
- OSS and IOSS: the one-stop shop for distance sales to consumers in the European Union. See the OSS / IOSS page.
- E-invoicing: the French reform and how businesses can prepare. See e-invoicing readiness.
- Tax agent: the intermediary appointed to carry out VAT formalities in France. See the page on fiscal representation for VAT in France.
Articles to read first
If you are new to the subject, these articles are a good starting point:
- Foreign Companies in France: The Most Common Tax Mistakes
- E-Invoicing in France: How to Choose a Certified Platform
- Permanent Establishment in France: Corporate Income Tax and Obligations
- Fiscal Representative or VAT Agent: What Is the Difference in France?
- VAT Penalties, Late-Payment Interest and Surcharges in France
The most recent articles appear in the list above, sorted by date. For a question about your own situation, you can contact us or try the quick check.
FAQ
How often do you publish new articles?
Articles are published as regulations evolve and as questions come up for foreign companies. No fixed schedule is guaranteed.
Do these articles replace personalised advice?
No. They are informational: the rules that apply depend on your situation, which should be reviewed case by case.
Can I suggest a topic?
Yes, you can write to us through the contact page to suggest a topic related to VAT or taxes in France.
Informational content, not legal advice. The rules that apply depend on your situation.