- VAT should not be a final cost for companies in France.
- Companies registered for VAT in France can request refunds on periodic VAT returns.
- EU-based companies use their country’s tax portal for VAT refunds under the 8th Directive.
- Non-EU companies must appoint a French tax representative and follow the 13th Directive.
- Refund processes depend on company location.
- Non-EU businesses need a fiscal representative in France.
- Not all expenses are refundable; hotel and accommodation expenses are non-deductible.
- Deadlines for claims differ: September 30th for EU companies, June 30th for non-EU companies.
- Eligibility for VAT recovery depends on registration status and activities in France.
- Foreign companies with a French VAT number file periodic returns for VAT recovery.
- Foreign companies without a French VAT number often claim refunds for specific expenses.
Source: eurofiscalis.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
