From setup to success, we’re by your side. Our expert support ensures a smooth, compliant French branch launch, turning ambition into achievement.
France boasts a strong and stable economy, offering attractive financial incentives for foreign investors. While the branch setup process is similar to company formation, it may take longer due to the additional documentation required. We offer a comprehensive one-stop solution for all European formation needs, with multiple branches across various jurisdictions. With our extensive experience, we streamline the formation process, ensuring full compliance while enhancing your business’s local visibility, client trust, and market opportunities, making your expansion into France efficient and successful.
The requirements stated above are needed by the Commercial Court to register the branch. All documentation must be officially notarised and translated into French by a translator.
To establish a branch in France, you need:
While it’s not mandatory, opening a French bank account is strongly recommended. It simplifies tax payments and day-to-day financial operations, as payments from abroad may be charged by French Tax Authorities.
Branches in France must:
Yes, a branch representative must be appointed. For non-EU nationals, special authorization may be required to operate legally within France.
Yes. All documentation, including incorporation papers and appointments, must be officially translated into French by a certified translator, and notarized for submission to the Commercial Court.
With extensive expertise in European company formations, we ensure a seamless journey, guiding you every step.
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