When do I need to register for VAT in France?
Last updated: 2026-08-02·Verified: 2026-08-02
📋 Direct Answer
French VAT registration is required if: (1) you store goods in France (e.g. Amazon FBA), (2) your B2C sales exceed the OSS distance selling threshold (€10,000 EU-wide), or (3) you sell B2B goods to French businesses. Non-EU sellers must register from day one if using French fulfillment. Cost: €300-600 for registration. Timeline: 2-6 weeks.
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Requirements
€300-600
Est. Total Cost
2-6 weeks
Timeline
Item by Item
If applicableFrench VAT Registration€300-6002-6 weeks
- 1Register online via impots.gouv.fr
- 2Provide SIRET number (or apply for one)
- 3Receive French VAT number
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RecommendedOSS Registration€200-5002-4 weeks
- 1Register OSS in France or home EU country
- 2File quarterly OSS returns
- 3Collect and remit VAT on all EU B2C sales
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- • Direction Générale des Finances Publiques
- • EU VAT Directive
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