Does the French government have any nationality or status restrictions on foreigners registering companies locally?

The French government does not impose any nationality or identity restrictions on foreigners registering a French company and does not require EU residency as a nominee director.

How many shareholders are required to register a French company? Are there any restrictions on the nationality or legal domicile of the shareholders?

At least one shareholder is required to register a French company. This can be a natural person or a company. The French government does not have any requirements or restrictions on the nationality or legal domicile of the shareholders of a French company.

What is the difference between SAS and SARL?

Legally speaking, both SAS and SARL companies are private limited liability companies. However, a SAS company is more flexible in terms of its articles of association than a SARL company, which makes it ideal for public companies. However, the registration of a SAS company requires a capital verification, which makes the pre-registration process more cumbersome, whereas the registration of a SARL company does not. However, the French tax office levies an annual social security tax on shareholders holding 51% or more of the shares of a SARL company (see above for a description of the types of SARL companies and how to avoid paying the social security tax), whereas a SAS company is not subject to the social security tax even if there is only one shareholder holding the shares of the company.

When a company has a capital verification, must the funds be transferred from the bank account in the name of the shareholders to the capital verification account?

Yes, the registered capital must be transferred from a bank account in the name of the shareholders in proportion to their shareholding to the company's provisional capitalization account.

Can the company's registered capital be withdrawn from the company's bank account after incorporation?

The company's registered capital must be used for the company's day-to-day operating costs, such as paying for goodscosts, to pay accountants, to pay for the services of TKEG Expat.

When proving a director's or shareholder's address for company registration, is a bank statement acceptable?

No. For company-registration purposes a utility bill must be used as proof of address rather than a bank statement. (Note: for bank-account opening, bank statements are accepted as proof of address.)

What kind of translation does France require for foreign-language documents submitted to authorities?

France requires a sworn/certified translation produced by a sworn translator registered in France. Ordinary translations, or translations produced by a translator not registered in France, are not accepted and may be rejected. A France-registered sworn-translation service is needed where foreign documents (e.g. proof of address used in incorporation or amendments) must be filed.

How recent must a French KBIS extract (Extrait KBIS) be when submitted for a company filing?

A KBIS extract must be dated within the last 3 months at the time of submission. A KBIS older than 3 months is generally rejected by the French registry/authority.

In EU company registration, what ownership level triggers a beneficial owner (UBO) declaration, including through a listed parent company?

Any individual holding more than 25% of the company must be declared as a beneficial owner (UBO). This is assessed by tracing the ownership chain through to the ultimate individual — including through a listed parent company. If a new financial report later shows that an individual crosses the 25% threshold, the UBO declaration must be corrected and supplementary supporting materials may be required.

Company Incorporation

Company Registration in France (SAS)

Applicable country/region: FR - France

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France local setup support

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Unit PriceEUR 850 / Company

Estimated Duration10 working days

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Remotely Process Your Company Registration in France (SAS) in About 10 Business Days

Company registration in France with TKEG Expat bundles French company incorporation, drafting of the company constitution (Articles of Association), and France VAT registration into one package built for foreign founders launching a French SAS. This service handles registration with the CFE and RCS to obtain your SIREN and SIRET numbers, so your business becomes operational faster. A SAS requires only a €1 minimum share capital, though the capital must be deposited into a French bank account before incorporation completes; if opening a bank account in France is a blocker, TKEG Expat provides bank account opening assistance. Because this discounted incorporation product pairs with a registered French address service, entrepreneurs meet the local-address requirement every structure needs before a CFE filing or deposit can proceed. Whether comparing SARL, SAS, or SA, TKEG Expat covers the requirements, required documents, and post-registration steps end to end. Start your company registration in France with TKEG Expat and register your French company today.

Company Registration in France (SAS) - Service Included

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French Company Incorporation
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Draft of company constitution
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France VAT Registration
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This product must be purchased in conjunction with a TKEG Expat's Registered Address Service

Product Requirement

Company Registration in France (SAS)'s Requirements

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Must deposit capital before company incorporation

To incorporate a company in France, registered capital must be deposited into the company's bank account before incorporation. If you are unable to open a bank account in France before incorporation, you can use TKEG Expat's bank account opening assistance.

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This product must be purchased in conjunction with a TKEG Expat's Registered Address Service

To purchase this discounted French Company Incorporation product, you must purchase it in conjunction with a TKEG Expat´s Registered Address service in France.

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Company Registration in France (SAS) - Documents

Natural Person Shareholders & Directors's Required Documents

Passport

Full scan copy of passport of company director and UBO.

Process: Not ApplicableFormat: Scan Copy

Proof of Address

Two utility bill dated within the last three months. Must be translated to French by a French Sworn Translator if the original document language is not French.

Process: Not ApplicableFormat: Scan Copy

ID Card

Scan copy of ID Card of company director and UBO. Must be sworn translated to French is the original document is not in English or French.

Process: Not ApplicableFormat: Scan Copy

Legal Entity Shareholders's Required Documents

Company Bylaw

French Sworn Translation + Notarization/Apostille if not registered in the EU.

Process: NotarizationFormat: Scan Copy

Proof Of Registration / Business License

Scan copy of ID Card of company director and UBO. Must be sworn translated to French is the original document is not in English or French.

Process: NotarizationFormat: Scan Copy

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Jurisdiction Overview

About France

France is a founding EU member and the eurozone's second-largest economy, with over 20,000 foreign companies operating in the country. Key sectors include aerospace, pharmaceuticals, tourism, and luxury goods.

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France Tax Brief

Data Source PwC World Tax Summary
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Time of Update 4/02/2026

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