Frequently asked questions
Common questions about French VAT and EPR compliance. If yours is not here, contact us.
- Do I need a French VAT number?
- If you make taxable sales in France, hold stock there, or import into France, you usually do. We confirm this for you in the compliance check.
- Do non-EU sellers need a fiscal representative?
- Often yes, when they have French VAT obligations. EU sellers can usually register directly. Some exemptions apply.
- What is a UIN and why do marketplaces ask for it?
- The UIN (Identifiant Unique) proves you are registered for French EPR. Marketplaces increasingly require it before you can list in-scope products.
- How fast can you set me up?
- Most onboarding happens online in days, not weeks. Timelines depend on the registrations involved.
- What do you charge?
- French VAT filing is from €399 a year (registration is a €49 one-off, free with a plan), OSS from €599, and EPR from €99 per category (packaging from €59). See the pricing page for details.
- Do you only cover France?
- Yes. We are French VAT and EPR specialists. For OSS, we cover your intra-EU distance sales filed through France.
- Can you take over from my current provider?
- Yes. Transfer of an existing French VAT setup is included in our French VAT plan.
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