TVA is the French VAT

TVA is a tax on consumption. For businesses and self-employed workers, the practical issue is whether VAT must be charged, reported and tracked. Not every small business charges VAT from day one.

  • French VAT number
  • Invoices
  • Client location
  • Activity type
  • Threshold questions

Why foreigners get confused

Foreign entrepreneurs often see VAT, income tax and social contributions as one system. In France they are separate topics. A person can have income tax obligations even when VAT is not charged, and VAT rules can change with revenue, activity and client location.

  • Income tax return
  • Social contributions
  • VAT collection
  • Foreign clients
  • EU clients

When to flag VAT in the intake

If you issued invoices, worked with EU or non-EU clients, crossed a revenue threshold or are unsure whether your invoices should mention VAT, flag it in the intake form. ORAVIA can decide whether the case requires a specific quote or separate work.

  • Invoices with or without VAT
  • EU business customers
  • Digital services
  • Revenue thresholds
  • Prior accountant advice

Questions people ask

Is VAT included in the FiscoExpat base filing price?

The base income tax mission does not automatically include complex VAT work. ORAVIA confirms scope before engagement.

Should I upload invoices?

Yes, if self-employed income or VAT questions are part of the file.