Opening a permanent establishment in France: SAS or SARL
REF.: 063 In recent years, France has taken measures to increase its appeal to foreign investors.
Why a Liaison Office could be the right choice when expanding your business in France
REF.: 058 The push for a pro-business France is set to continue into 2018, with Macron delivering a speech in a mix of English and French at the World Economic Forum.
I’m self-employed. What type of company should I set up in France?
REF.: 057 Some of the most common questions we get asked at Maupard are; what are the company structures in France? What are the pros and cons of each one? Which one is right for my business? There are many different options and lots of things to consider.
Incorporation of an SAS: 5 errors to avoid
REF: 051: Incorporation of an SAS: Investors often ask us about the best way to set up in France. In our experience, our prospects tend to fit one of the 3 following profiles:
Foreign firms without a French establishment
REF: 049: If you are a foreign company without an establishment in France, you are considered a non-resident employer and if you want to recruit an employee operating in France, you will be liable to pay French social contributions. The French administration requires a local contact to reply to any correspondence related to social declarations.…
Starting a Business in France as a Micro-Enterprise
REF: 044.3: When looking to setup a business alone, there are two possibilities available to you: Applying in your own name (either as an individual business or a micro-enterprise) OR Creating a one-person company (either as an EURL – a one-person limited liability company or a SASU – a simplified shareholder company) The Micro-Enterprise
Starting a Business in France as a One-Person Company
REF: 044.2: The one-person company has a legal personality and its own assets. In fact, the sole partner limits their financial responsibility to just contributions. Another advantage is that it operates more easily because it is comprised of shares.
Starting a Business in France as a Sole Trader
REF: 044.1: The company set-up for a Sole Trader does not have any legal entity and does not own its assets. There is actually no distinction between the sole trader’s own assets and those of the company. This therefore means that property, developed or undeveloped but linked to the Sole Trader, is liable to be…
How do I open a corporate bank account in France
REF: 004 In the US, or in the UK, setting up a corporate bank account is usually quick and easy. In France it is not unusual for the procedure to last a few months, so knowing what to expect, and what to do, is essential. A bank account in France is vital for any company…
Start recovering your startup costs in france today
REF: 003 Starting a business in France is different to starting one in other countries in Europe. In other European countries, incorporation is immediate, however, in France this process takes time because of French administrative formalities. During this period you can still work for your clients as a ‘company in formation’ and spend money for…