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France Tax Information

20% TVA (standard)

TVA is 20% standard, 10% intermediate, 5.5% reduced, 2.1% super-reduced. SIRET required.

Contractor Services to Invoice

  • Labor charges
  • Material costs
  • Equipment rental
  • Permit fees
  • Subcontractor work
  • Change orders
  • Warranty work

Invoice Requirements in France

Raison sociale
SIRET and TVA number
Client details
Invoice number
Date
Description
TVA breakdown
Total HT and TTC

Payment Terms

Progress billing at milestones. Retain 5-10% until final inspection.

À réception30 jours45 jours fin de mois60 jours

Payment Methods in France

Virement SEPACarte BancairePayPalChèque

Contractor Invoice Tips

  • Break down materials and labor
  • Reference permits
  • Document change orders
  • Include lien waiver language
  • Track progress payments

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to contractor invoices in France?

France has 20% TVA (standard). TVA is 20% standard, 10% intermediate, 5.5% reduced, 2.1% super-reduced. SIRET required.

What payment methods are common for contractors in France?

Common payment methods in France include: Virement SEPA, Carte Bancaire, PayPal, Chèque. Progress billing at milestones. Retain 5-10% until final inspection.

What should contractor invoices include in France?

Your invoice should include: Raison sociale, SIRET and TVA number, Client details, Invoice number. For contractor services specifically, also include: Labor charges, Material costs, Equipment rental.

How should contractors bill for projects?

Progress invoicing at milestones. Break down labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.

How do contractors handle material markup?

15-25% markup is standard. State policy in contracts.

What is required on French invoices?

Business name, SIRET, TVA number, invoice number, date, description, TVA breakdown, totals HT and TTC.