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Company Formation in France

Company registration in France is the first step to starting a business in this country.

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Getting started with company registration in France

Find out all the necessary information to make a choice about setting up a company in France. Discover why France is a popular jurisdiction and how it may help your business to reach another level. Additional information on demand, directly with our team of experienced consultants.

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How to open a business in France

The registration process of a company in France is very simple. The experts of LegalBison will assist you throughout every step of it:

  • Initial consultation and agreement
  • Payment of the full invoice
  • [IF REMOTELY]: Notarization of POA by client
  • Preparation of registration documents
  • Document signed at the notary
  • Official register validity: immediately

How to open a business in France

The registration process of a company in France is very simple. The experts of LegalBison will assist you throughout every step of it:

  • Initial consultation and agreement
  • Payment of the full invoice
  • [IF REMOTELY]: Notarization of POA by client
  • Preparation of registration documents
  • Document signed at the notary
  • Official register validity: immediately
Register a company in France with tax benefits

Free Zones in France for corporate income tax exemption

France has two types of Free Zone that can be leveraged to operate a tax-exempt business.

More than 1,100 clients trusted us to form their company

Our packages for your seamless Company Formation in France

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Company Registration

Company Registration

Consulting Team

Consulting team dedicated into advising the best suitable jurisdiction for your project.


Phone +44 20 4577 0974

Adrien Marchand

Adrien Marchand

Senior Regulatory Specialist

A web3 regulatory specialist whose work in corporate advisory covers crypto regulation, MiCA transition planning, and the digital asset compliance content infrastructure.


Phone +44 20 4577 0974

STORIES OF OUR CLIENTS AND HOW THEY WENT BEYOND WITH OUR ASSISTANCE

Hear it from them: first-person client feedback

Highly recommended! The team of LegalBison was very helpful and fast in supporting my company’s structural set up. They are undoubtedly top-level experts when it comes to licensing and registrations in the crypto and web3 industry. Highly recommend!


Konrad

Konrad

Propertys.xyz

Best for Crypto Licenses. Best company for Crypto Licenses! Kudos to the team for making the incorporation of our company really smooth


Crypto Hunt, CEO

Crypto Hunt, CEO

Lakan Interactive

Reliable Partner. We are happy to cooperate with LegalBison for more than 2 years and during this time they definitely secured a reputation of very professional and reliable partner. Great knowledge, competence and good attitude. Keep up the good work!


Albert

Albert

Aike Logistics

Very proactive. Very proactive, responsive, and able to provide solutions and advice. The firm is familiar with the new industry of blockchain and cryptocurrency


Tran Hoai Nam

Tran Hoai Nam

DeCom Holdings

Fast and Reliable. Quick set-up and straightforward process. It was a smooth process, we are happy to have chosen LegalBison as our Partner for incorporations, globally.


Jack Tang

Jack Tang

BoomFi

A perfect fit for our business. I highly recommend Legal Bison to any entrepreneur or business seeking top-notch services for their company formation. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is truly commendable.


Shelby

Shelby

BinStarter

FACTS ABOUT FRANCE

Things to know before registering your company in France

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Taxation of companies in France

France’s business tax rate (impôt sur les sociétés) is 25% on profits.

  • A beneficial 15% rate applies on small companies’ first 42,500 EUR of taxable income.
  • A single shareholder limited company can chose to be liable on the personal income tax of its director (unless the registered shareholder is a legal person and not an individual)

The personal income tax rate works on a bands system. It starts with 0% under 11,294 EUR (yearly income) and then:

  • 11% under 28,797 EUR;
  • 30% under 82,341 EUR;
  • 41% under 177,106 EUR;
  • 45% over 177,106 EUR.

The personal income tax only applies to tax residents of France. Tax residency in France is only available to physical residents of the country.

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WHICH JURISDICTION AND LICENSE TO CHOOSE FOR YOUR PROJECT

Alternative to сompany formation in France

Our team has curated the following jurisdictions as being worthy alternatives to a company registered in France.

Austria Austria

Company Formation in Austria

from 1.800 €

  • Prestigious standing
  • Competitive tax rate in EU
  • Completely remote

Poland Poland

Company Formation in Poland

from 1.500 €

  • 0% Tax if undistributed
  • A fast growing EU state
  • Tech savvy workforce

Lithuania Lithuania

Company Formation in Lithuania

from 1.290 €

  • Very business friendly
  • Competitive tax rates
  • A growing EU economy

Estonia Estonia

Company Formation in Estonia

from 450 €

  • Fast incorporation
  • 0% tax on undistributed income
  • Entirely remote

France France

Crypto License in France

on request

  • MiCA compliant
  • Allows portfolio management
  • High reputation

About company registration in France

The right path forward, regardless of project stage

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Incorporation Assistance in France - Free Consultation

Receive a consultation about forming a company in France and have one of our legal expert draw a roadmap to structure your project.

New in 2024: LegalBison can assist you with setting up a business in France in a tax-exempt free zone!

from 1,500 € - 1 week

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Company Registration

Company Registration

Consulting Team

Consulting team dedicated into advising the best suitable jurisdiction for your project.


Phone +44 20 4577 0974

Adrien Marchand

Adrien Marchand

Senior Regulatory Specialist

A web3 regulatory specialist whose work in corporate advisory covers crypto regulation, MiCA transition planning, and the digital asset compliance content infrastructure.


Phone +44 20 4577 0974