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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.

Translator Services to Invoice

  • Document translation
  • Website localization
  • Legal translation
  • Medical translation
  • Technical translation
  • Interpretation
  • Proofreading

Invoice Requirements in France

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

Payment Terms

50% upfront for new clients, balance on delivery. Net 30 for agencies.

À réception30 jours45 jours fin de mois60 jours

Payment Methods in France

Virement SEPACarte BancairePayPalChèque

Translator Invoice Tips

  • Specify language pair
  • Include word count
  • Note certification if applicable
  • Reference source documents
  • Document rush fees

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to translator 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 translators in France?

Common payment methods in France include: Virement SEPA, Carte Bancaire, PayPal, Chèque. 50% upfront for new clients, balance on delivery. Net 30 for agencies.

What should translator invoices include in France?

Your invoice should include: Raison sociale, SIRET and TVA number, Client details, Invoice number. For translator services specifically, also include: Document translation, Website localization, Legal translation.

How should translators price their work?

Per word, per page, or hourly. Rates vary by language pair and specialization.

What should translation invoices include?

Language pair, word count, document type, certification (if applicable), and turnaround.

What is required on French invoices?

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