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Your communications with our firm are confidential, subject to the conditions laid down by law. This is a significant advantage over a chartered accountant or a consultant.  <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;1&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;120px|90px|120px|6.5%|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;120px|10%|120px|10%|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_phone=&#8221;90px|10%|70px|10%|false|false&#8221; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|phone&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; background_enable_color=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; custom_css_free_form=&#8221;selector strong {||  color:#312783;||}&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>Our approach: <span>rigour, responsiveness and results<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rigor<\/strong>: Every VAT analysis is based on an in-depth study of the relevant legislation, administrative doctrine and case law. We do not settle for approximations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Responsiveness<\/strong><span>: VAT matters often come with tight deadlines (30 days to respond to a proposed tax reassessment). We do everything we can to handle your case as quickly as possible.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Results<\/strong>: Our aim is clear: to secure your financial position, reduce your tax burden and preserve your cash flow. We measure our success by your results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transparency<\/strong>: Clear pricing, regular updates, no surprises. 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It applies to the majority of goods and services. Reduced rates apply to certain specific sectors, as set out in the General Tax Code.<\/p>\n<p>Applying the correct rate is essential: an error in the rate may result in a demand for repayment in respect of all the transactions concerned, involving substantial sums where the adjustment spans several financial years.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"styled-list\">\n<li><strong>Standard rate: 20 %<\/strong>The majority of goods and services (sales, services, fees)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intermediate rate: 10 %<\/strong>On-site catering, passenger transport, renovation work<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reduced rate: 5.5%<\/strong><span> Essential food products, books.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Super-reduced rate: 2.1 % <\/strong>Reimbursable medicines, CPPAP-registered press<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"callout-box\">\n<div class=\"callout-icon\">&#x26a0;&#xfe0f;<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout-text\"><strong>The challenge for the companies operating in multiple sectors<\/strong> is to break down correctly their operations between the various rates. Inadequate allocation is one of the reasons for adjustments to the most common reasons for tax audits.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-sidebar\">\n<h4>The 4 rates at a glance<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Standard rate <\/span><span class=\"value\">20%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Rate intermediate <\/span><span class=\"value\">10%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Rate reduced <\/span><span class=\"value\">5.5%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Super-reduced rate <\/span><span class=\"value\">2.1%<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-alert\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> <span>Lawyers\u2019 fees are subject to the standard rate of 20 %, even when provided under legal aid.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Franchise&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"tab-content\">\n<div class=\"tab-layout\">\n<div class=\"tab-main\">\n<h3>VAT-exempt thresholds for the 2026 thresholds<\/h3>\n<p>The VAT exemption scheme (Article 293 B of the General Tax Code) exempts small businesses from collecting and paying VAT. This scheme applies automatically to businesses whose turnover does not exceed certain thresholds, which are revised periodically. <\/p>\n<ul class=\"styled-list\">\n<li><strong>Provision of services<\/strong>Threshold of \u20ac37,500 excluding VAT (increased threshold: \u20ac41,250)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sales activities (goods)<\/strong>Threshold of \u20ac85,000 excluding VAT (increased threshold: \u20ac93,500)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lawyers (regulated profession)<\/strong>Exemption threshold of around \u20ac50,000 (increased threshold: \u20ac55,000)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"callout-box\">\n<div class=\"callout-icon\">&#x26a0;&#xfe0f;<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout-text\"><strong>Point to note:<\/strong> Exceeding the increased threshold during the financial year results in immediate liability for VAT, effective from the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">day on which the increased threshold is exceeded<\/span>. A swift response is essential to avoid penalties. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The statement <em>\u201cVAT not applicable, Article 293 B of the CGI\u201d<\/em> must appear on every invoice as long as the company remains below the threshold for exemption. The absence of this statement constitutes a irregularity of a formal nature which is systematically identified during inspections. <\/p>\n<p>The proposal for a single threshold of \u20ac25,000, initially set out in the draft Finance Bill for 2025, was definitively abandoned by Act No. 2025-1044 of 3 November 2025. The previous thresholds therefore remain in force. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-sidebar\">\n<h4>Thresholds benefits from services<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Main threshold<\/span><span class=\"value\">\u20ac37,500<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Threshold increased<\/span><span class=\"value\">\u20ac41,250<\/span><\/div>\n<h4 style=\"margin-top: 20px;\">Thresholds sales of property<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Main threshold<\/span><span class=\"value\">\u20ac85,000<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Threshold increased<\/span><span class=\"value\">\u20ac93,500<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-alert\"><strong>If the threshold is exceeded:<\/strong> Obtain an intra-Community VAT number and charge VAT from the day the increased threshold is exceeded.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Intra-Community&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"tab-content\">\n<div class=\"tab-layout\">\n<div class=\"tab-main\">\n<h3>Intra-Community VAT: key rules<\/h3>\n<p>Trade within the European Union is governed by specific territoriality rules which determine in which Member State VAT is payable. A thorough understanding of these rules is essential for any business carrying out cross-border transactions. <\/p>\n<ul class=\"styled-list\">\n<li><strong>Intra-Community supplies<\/strong>Exempt at the point of dispatch, subject to VAT on acquisition by the purchaser (reverse charge). The exemption is subject to proof of transport and the validity of the purchaser\u2019s intra-Community VAT number. <\/li>\n<li><strong>B2B services<\/strong>Taxable in the customer\u2019s country (reverse charge). The service provider issues an invoice excluding VAT, stating \u2018Reverse charge\u2019 and including both intra-Community VAT numbers. <\/li>\n<li><strong>B2C distance sales<\/strong>VAT in the country of destination via the OSS portal for annual sales exceeding \u20ac10,000 across all EU countries combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Triangular transactions<\/strong>A simplification that allows businesses to avoid registration in a transit country, subject to strict invoicing and declaration requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"callout-box\">\n<div class=\"callout-icon\">&#x26a0;&#xfe0f;<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout-text\"><strong>Major risk:<\/strong> Failure to comply with the conditions for exemption (invalid number, lack of proof of transport, missing details) will result in the exemption being called into question and substantial VAT back payments, plus interest on arrears and penalties.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-sidebar\">\n<h4>Checks required<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Customer\u2019s VAT number<\/span><span class=\"value\">Check VIES<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Proof of carriage<\/span><span class=\"value\">CMR \/ Waybill<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">OSS B2C threshold<\/span><span class=\"value\">\u20ac10,000<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">OSS declaration<\/span><span class=\"value\">Quarterly<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-alert\"><strong>OSS Portal:<\/strong> Declare and pay VAT due in several Member States via a single portal in France, without having to register in each country.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Invoicing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"tab-content\">\n<div class=\"tab-layout\">\n<div class=\"tab-main\">\n<h3>Electronic invoicing: 2026\u20132027 timetable<\/h3>\n<p>The reform of electronic invoicing represents a major change for all the businesses subject to VAT. It requires the complete digitisation of domestic B2B invoicing processes. <\/p>\n<div class=\"timeline\">\n<div class=\"timeline-item\">\n<div class=\"timeline-date\">1 September 2026<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-title\">Compulsory reception (all businesses)<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-desc\">All businesses, regardless of their size, must be able to receive electronic invoices in a structured format.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-item\">\n<div class=\"timeline-date\">1 September 2026<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-title\">Reporting mandatory (large companies and mid-sized enterprises)<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-desc\">Large companies and medium-sized enterprises must issue their invoices electronically via an approved platform (PA).<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-item\">\n<div class=\"timeline-date\">1 September 2027<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-title\">Mandatory reporting (SMEs and micro-enterprises)<\/div>\n<div class=\"timeline-desc\">The obligation to issue invoices has been extended to small and medium-sized enterprises and to micro-enterprises subject to VAT.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout-box\">\n<div class=\"callout-icon\">&#x2139;&#xfe0f;<\/div>\n<div class=\"callout-text\"><strong>Role of the PPF:<\/strong> The Public Invoicing Portal no longer allows invoices to be issued or received: it serves as a directory and a hub for data transmitted to the authorities. 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It is also essential to collect the SIRET numbers of your business partners for the centralised directory.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"tab-sidebar\">\n<h4>Key deadlines<\/h4>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Reception (all)<\/span><span class=\"value\">Sept. 2026<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Broadcast GE\/ETI<\/span><span class=\"value\">Sept. 2026<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Programme SMEs\/Micro-enterprises<\/span><span class=\"value\">Sept. 2027<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-row\"><span class=\"label\">Free PPF<\/span><span class=\"value\">Discontinued<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"sidebar-alert\"><strong>Things to plan for now:<\/strong> Choosing your PDP, updating your invoicing software, collecting your partners\u2019 SIRET numbers, and training your accounts teams.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=&#8221;Control&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3 data-block-id=\"block-d0946042-4fc4-4df0-8eca-66b88b84576d\" data-collapsable-block=\"true\" data-collapse-state=\"expanded\" class=\"ql-heading\">VAT audit: how to respond?<\/h3>\n<p>When facing a VAT tax audit, acting fast is crucial. 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Exceeding the higher threshold results in immediate liability for VAT on the <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">day on which the higher threshold is exceeded<\/span>. <\/p>\n<p>You will then need to obtain an intra-Community VAT number from your business tax office (SIE), issue invoices showing VAT and submit your returns on time. Qualifisc will support you through this transition to ensure there are no irregularities. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;Can I claim back VAT paid abroad?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Yes, subject to strict conditions. The procedure for claiming a refund of foreign VAT (Directive 2008\/9\/EC for EU Member States, the 13th Directive for third countries) allows you to reclaim VAT paid in another country. <\/p>\n<p>Applications must be submitted by <strong>30 September of the following year<\/strong>, together with supporting documents that meet the requirements of each country. Applications are frequently rejected if professional guidance is not sought. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What should I do if I receive a VAT audit notice?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Contact a tax lawyer immediately. <strong>Do not reply to the tax authorities without first seeking advice,<\/strong> even if the request seems trivial. 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The issuing of electronic invoices will become mandatory on 1 September 2027 for micro-enterprises and SMEs. <\/p>\n<p>The sending and receipt of invoices must be carried out via an approved platform (PA). The Portal Public Invoicing Portal serves as a directory and as a hub for data for the administration. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;What is the reverse charge mechanism for VAT?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Reverse charge is a mechanism whereby it is <strong>the purchaser<\/strong> (and not the seller) who declares and pays VAT. This system applies to intra-Community acquisitions, international B2B supplies of services, imports (since 2022) and subcontracting transactions in the construction sector (Article 283-2 nonies of the CGI). <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=&#8221;How does the OSS (One Stop Shop) service work?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; open=&#8221;off&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The OSS portal allows you to declare and pay VAT due in several Member States <strong>via a single portal<\/strong> in France, without having to register in each country. It applies as soon as your intra-EU B2C distance sales exceed \u20ac10,000 per year (across all countries). <\/p>\n<p>Quarterly returns. 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