How to create an invoice in France
A practical checklist for France: required fields, VAT (TVA) wording, EUR amounts, numbering and payment terms.
Businesses in France issue invoices that follow a recognisable format. This guide lists what a document should include, the tax terminology customers expect, and the conventions that help an invoice get approved and paid quickly.
What a France invoice usually includes
- Seller name, address and SIRET
- Customer name and address
- Invoice number and date
- Description, quantity and price
- VAT rate and total
- Payment terms
Field by field
This generator preconfigures France conventions: the EUR currency, the VAT (TVA) label, DD/MM/YYYY dates and A4 paper size. You enter your details and line items; it calculates subtotal, discounts, tax and the grand total, then renders a print-ready PDF entirely in your browser.
- Postal code: Postal code
- Tax rates: VAT (TVA) — VAT number (TVA intracommunautaire)
- Currency: EUR (€)
- Invoice date: DD/MM/YYYY
- Paper size: A4
Invoice numbering
Default numbering pattern: FA-2026-0042. Factures use a chronological number; a mention of 'Facture' plus the date is customary.
Tax terminology: VAT (TVA)
Invoices are labelled with the terminology France businesses expect. Presets are provided as a starting point and are not tax advice.
- Standard rate: 20%
- Reduced rate: 10%
- Intermediate rate: 5.5%
- Zero rate: 0%
French prices include TVA (VAT); the invoice shows the TVA amount and rate.
Payment practice
Common payment terms used in France: Due on receipt, 15 days, 30 days, 30 days end of month. Always state a due date, and ask customers to quote the invoice number as the payment reference.
Invoicing notes for France
SIRET must appear
French invoices should show the seller's SIRET identification and the applicable VAT number.
TVA is included in prices
Listed prices include TVA; the invoice separates the net, the TVA amount and the gross total.
Mandatory payment terms
Since 2016 the agreed payment deadline must be stated — 30 days from invoice date is the common default.
Frequently asked questions
Is this invoice generator free for businesses in France?
Yes — free, unlimited and without an account. EUR formatting, VAT (TVA) labels and DD/MM/YYYY dates are preconfigured for France.
Does the PDF use the right paper size?
Yes, A4 is preselected for France, and you can switch between A4 and Letter at any time.
Are the tax presets accurate?
Presets are informational starting points. Tax obligations depend on your situation — verify current rates with a qualified professional before issuing a tax invoice.
Can I save and reuse an invoice?
Yes. Save a draft in this browser, duplicate it next month, or export and re-import the invoice as JSON.
Is my customer's data uploaded?
No. Everything is calculated and rendered in your browser; nothing is sent to a server to build the PDF.
Designed for common invoicing practices in France. Requirements may vary by business, transaction type and jurisdiction. Please verify local requirements with a qualified professional.