Check if you need to register for TVA. Seuil actuel en France: €85 800. Find out your status instantly.
YOUR TURNOVER
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If your Chiffre d'Affaires is expected to exceed €85 800 in the next month alone
Current Threshold
Seuil d'enregistrement TVA en France
85 800
2026 Taux
Your Status
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Distance to Threshold
The TVA Seuil d'Enregistrement is the level of annual Chiffre d'Affaires above which a business must register for TVA with DGFIP. As of 2026, this threshold is €85 800.
Key Points:
You must register if your taxable Chiffre d'Affaires for any 12-month period exceeds €85 800. Once you cross this threshold, you're legally required to register immediately.
If you can reasonably expect your Chiffre d'Affaires to exceed €85 800 in the next 30 days alone (e.g., a large contract), you must register even if your 12-month Chiffre d'Affaires is below threshold.
If your Chiffre d'Affaires drops below €85 800 and you expect it to stay below this level going forward, you can apply to deregister for TVA.
Even if your Chiffre d'Affaires is below €85 800, registering for TVA can be beneficial in certain situations.
Reclaim TVA on business expenses like equipment, software, and services – potentially saving thousands per year.
Being TVA-registered can improve credibility with large business customers and government contracts.
Selling to other TVA-registered businesses is often easier if you're also registered, as they can reclaim TVA.
TVA-registered exporters may qualify for zero-rated supplies, effectively rebating TVA on exports.
Go to impots.gouv.fr/register-for-vat to access the online registration service.
You'll need your Cotisations Sociales number, business bank details, and records of recent Chiffre d'Affaires.
Fill in the online TVA registration form with your business details and recent Chiffre d'Affaires figures.
You'll receive a TVA number within a few days. You can then start charging and accounting for TVA.
The TVA threshold has changed several times over the years, reflecting inflation and economic conditions.
| Period | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| April 2024 – Present | €85 800 | Increased from €85,000 |
| April 2022 – March 2024 | €85,000 | Frozen at this level |
| April 2021 – March 2022 | €85,000 | Maintained for support |
| April 2020 – March 2021 | €85,000 | Reduced from €85,000 |
| April 2017 – March 2020 | €85,000 | Standard rate |
Failing to register for TVA when required is a serious offence.
DGFIP can issue penalties ranging from 5% to 100% of unpaid TVA, depending on the severity of the breach.
You'll be liable to pay all TVA that should have been charged, plus interest at the statutory rate (currently around 8% per annum).
In serious cases of deliberate evasion, you could face prosecution and criminal penalties including imprisonment.
Your business reputation may suffer, and you might lose customer confidence. Large clients may refuse to work with unregistered suppliers.
The threshold is based on taxable Chiffre d'Affaires, which typically means all sales of goods and services (including TVA). Certain sales like financial services or property sales may be exempt from counting towards the threshold.
Yes, if you're below the threshold, registration is voluntary. You might choose to register to claim back TVA on business expenses, especially if you have high overheads. However, you must then charge TVA to customers.
Online registration through DGFIP typically takes 2-4 business days. In some cases, DGFIP may request additional information, which could extend the process to 1-2 weeks.
It depends on your circumstances. Early registration allows you to claim back TVA on expenses, but you'll also need to start charging TVA to customers. Consider consulting an accountant to Calculer whether early registration will be financially beneficial for your business.
This checker provides general guidance based on the current threshold. For personalised advice on your specific situation, especially regarding voluntary registration or complex Chiffre d'Affaires calculations, you should consult a qualified accountant or tax adviser.