Export Documentation

Export Documentation for France: Required Documents

Documents for shipping to or from France: core documents, certificates, restricted goods, and customs procedures. Customs authority: French Customs (Douanes).

Country
France
Customs authority
French Customs (Douanes)
Trading bloc
European Union
Currency
EUR
Estimated clearance
1-3 days typical

EORI number required

EU customs procedures apply

VAT (20% standard rate)

CE marking for regulated products

Core documents

  • Commercial Invoice (required): EUR values, detailed description
  • Packing List (required): Package contents
  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill (required): Transport document
  • SAD (Customs Declaration) (required): Single Administrative Document

Additional documents

  • Certificate of Origin: For FTA rates
  • CE Documentation: For regulated products
  • ANSM License: For pharmaceuticals

Special certificates

  • CE Mark: applies to Regulated products, issued by Notified bodies.
  • ANSM Authorization: applies to Pharmaceuticals, issued by ANSM.

Customs procedures

  • EU customs framework
  • Delta-G electronic system
  • AEO benefits

Restricted goods

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food products
  • Cosmetics
  • Chemicals (REACH)

Prohibited goods

  • Counterfeit goods
  • Weapons
  • Narcotics
  • Certain food products

Tips

  • Le Havre is major Atlantic port
  • EU rules apply
  • French helpful for communication

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need EORI for France?

Yes, EORI number required for customs activities in France/EU.

What is CE marking?

EU conformity mark required for many product categories before sale in France/EU.