France Invoice Generator
Facture - France
Creating invoices in France requires compliance with local tax regulations. Every invoice must include your SIRET (tax identification number) and, if you are VAT-registered, your N° TVA intracommunautaire. The applicable VAT rates in France are: 20% (standard), 10% (reduced), 5.5% (super-reduced). Invoices must use a sequential numbering system and include both the issue date and delivery date.
If your annual turnover stays below 36,800 EUR, you may qualify for the small business exemption known as Franchise en base de TVA. Under 36,800 EUR annual turnover (services), no VAT charged.
For cross-border B2B services within the EU, the reverse charge mechanism applies. Instead of charging VAT, you include the statement: “Autoliquidation de la TVA par le preneur – article 283-2 du CGI.” on your invoice. Our generator handles all of this automatically -- just select your country and invoice type.
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Pre-configured with France VAT rates, tax fields, and date format (dd/MM/yyyy). Free, no account needed.
Required invoice fields in France
- 1.Sequential invoice number (e.g. e.g. F2025-001)
- 2.Full name and address of both supplier and buyer
- 3.SIRET (tax identification number)
- 4.N° TVA intracommunautaire (if VAT-registered)
- 5.Invoice date and delivery/supply date
- 6.Description, quantity, and unit price of goods/services
- 7.Tax base, VAT rate (20%), and VAT amount
- 8.Total amount including VAT
Frequently asked questions about invoicing in France
What must a French invoice (facture) contain?
A French invoice must include: date, sequential number, supplier and buyer details (name, address, SIRET, TVA intracommunautaire number), description of goods/services, unit price HT (excluding tax), TVA rate and amount, and total TTC (including tax). This is governed by Article 242 nonies A of the CGI.
What is the Franchise en base de TVA?
The Franchise en base de TVA is France's VAT exemption for small businesses. For services, the threshold is 36,800 EUR annual turnover. Exempt businesses must state on invoices: 'TVA non applicable - article 293 B du CGI.'
When do I need to register for VAT in France?
VAT registration is required when your annual turnover exceeds 36,800 EUR for services or 91,900 EUR for goods. You register through your Centre de Formalites des Entreprises (CFE) or online via the INPI platform.
How long must invoices be kept in France?
French law requires businesses to keep invoices for 10 years from the close of the financial year (Article L123-22 of the Commercial Code). Digital invoices must be stored in their original electronic format.
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