France · Import & Export Compliance
Customs registration, controlled/restricted goods, sanctions screening, and the official customs authority.
AI-drafted, editorially reviewed. Confirm specifics with the official authority.
In France, customs are administered by the Direction générale des douanes et droits indirects (Douane); within the EU customs union you need an EORI number, correct classification, origin and valuation. Dual-use export controls follow EU rules with national licensing, and sanctions must be observed. The Douane portal is the official source.
- Customs are administered by the Douane; you need an EORI number within the EU customs union.
- Classify goods and determine origin and customs value.
- Dual-use export controls follow EU rules with national licensing; observe sanctions.
- French Customs (Douane)
Official customs administration.
Government portals
- Government of France — Office of the French Prime Minister — government policies, ministers, and key legislation
- France Public Services (Service-Public) — France's unified administrative services — residence permits, taxes, social security, civil records
- French General Tax Directorate (DGFiP) — French income tax, VAT, wealth tax filing; tax residency determination; French tax number (NIF) application