Company Formation France · Paris
Set up a Company in Francefrom EUR 1,290
How a local or a foreign investor can set up a company in France, helped by our agents. Contact us for opening a company in France.
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Company formation in France from EUR 1,290
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| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| What types of company formation services do you offer in France? | – company registration, – drafting company documents, – representation with the local institutions, – assistance in opening a bank account, – support in getting a business license, – help in tax registration, etc. |
| Costs for company formation package in France | Starting from EUR 1290 |
| What types of entities are available in France? | – limited liability company, – simplified joint stock company, – sole trader, – partnership, etc. |
| What is the most popular business structure in France? | The simplified joint stock company (SAS) – about 70% of companies created in 2025; the SARL comes second |
| Who can set up an LLC in France? | At least one shareholder of any nationality |
| What is the minimum share capital for an LLC? | EUR 1 |
| Required documents for company incorporation in France | – Articles of Association, – declaration of beneficial owners, – certificate of capital deposit, – sworn non-conviction declaration signed by the managers, – professional qualifications for sole traders, etc. |
| Company extensions available in France | – branches, – subsidiaries, – representative/liaison offices. |
| Are shelf companies available in France? | Yes, they are known as ready-made or vintage companies. |
| Do you offer virtual office packages in France? | Sure |
| We provide a registered business address in France | In Paris or in any other important city. |
| What is the time frame to register a company in France? | 2-4 weeks |
| Business registration authority in France | The INPI one-stop shop (guichet unique) – National Register of Businesses (RNE) and Trade and Companies Register (RCS) |
| Main taxes in France | – 25% CIT (15% on the first EUR 42,500 of profit for eligible SMEs), – 20% VAT, – 12.8%-25% WTH |
| Extra services we offer in France | – accounting, – trademark registration, – asset management services, and many more. |
Are there any restrictions on foreigners registering a French company?
No. All citizens of any nationality can start companies in France without restrictions.
What are the costs for your company formation services in France in 2026?
Our company formation packages start from EUR 1290. There are no hidden fees.
What types of company formation services do you offer in France?
- assistance in opening any type of company in France,
- name verification & reservation,
- support in preparing all the documents,
- commercial registry filing in France,
- guidance in obtaining business licenses in France,
- support in tax registration,
- notary & authority representation,
- assistance in opening a bank account in France, etc.
What types of companies are available in France?
- Limited liability company – SARL
- Simplified joint stock company – SAS
- Public limited company – SA
- General & limited partnership, etc.
You can also read in the scheme below about the reasons for opening a company in France:
What is the most popular business entity in France?
The SAS (simplified joint stock company), followed by the SARL (limited liability company). About 70% of all companies created in France in 2025 were SAS (INSEE).
What is the minimum share capital for a SARL in France?
EUR 1
What are the requirements for opening a SARL in France?
- verify and reserve the business name,
- ensure a business address in France,
- appoint at least one manager (gérant); no French residency is required (a non-EU manager who lives in France needs a residence permit allowing the activity),
- draft the company documents,
- deposit the minimum share capital in a local bank account,
- register for taxation,
- publish the legal notice for the formation of SARL in France, etc.
What documents are required to set up an SARL in France?
- ID/passport of all shareholders and directors,
- proof of address, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement,
- A document showing the business activity description,
- Sworn declaration of non-conviction (and parentage) signed by each manager,
- A beneficial ownership declaration.
NOTE! Our team can draft the Articles of Association and organize the share capital deposit with our partner bank.
Do I need a fiscal representative for opening a company in France?
If you are coming from a non-EU country, a company incorporated in France does not need one; a fiscal representative is required only for a non-EU business without a French establishment that registers for French VAT (unless a mutual-assistance agreement applies).
What is the process of setting up a company in France in 2026?
We will:
- start with an initial free consultation to evaluate client requests,
- collect, prepare, and verify the needed documents.
- coordinate the share capital deposit when opening a bank account on behalf of our clients,
- file with the relevant registration authority (Guichet Unique / INPI),
- obtain the Kbis Certificate, SIRET, and VAT numbers.
- we hand over and onboard the client onto any ongoing services.
Are shelf companies available in France?
Yes, please read here about ready-made companies in France.
Do you provide a registered business office? What about virtual office packages in France?
Yes, we can help you select the optimal business office for company registration and also provide you with a virtual office.
What does opening a branch in France entail? What about subsidiaries?
Please read here about branches and here about subsidiaries.
How fast can I start a company in France?
In about 2-4 weeks.
Ready to incorporate a company in France? You are invited to contact our specialists in company formation in France and ask for in-depth support and services.