EORI Number in France

An EORI (Economic Operators Registration and Identification) number identifies your business to customs across the EU. This page explains the France EORI format, how to get one from French Customs (Douane), and lets you validate any number instantly.

France EORI format

A French EORI is FR followed by the 14-digit SIRET of the establishment.

How to get an EORI number in France

1. Confirm your business is established in France (or has the required customs registration there).
2. Apply through the SOPRANO-EORI online service, accessed from a professional account on douane.gouv.fr. A customs broker can file it on your behalf.
3. Have your SIRET, company name and registered address ready.
4. Receive your EORI number — usually within a few working days — and validate it below before your first declaration.

Official source: French Customs (Douane).

Cost, validity and processing time

• The EORI number is free — French Customs (Douane) does not charge for issuing it.
• It is valid EU-wide. Once any member state has issued your EORI, you do not need another one to declare goods in other EU countries.
• A business established outside the EU registers in the member state where it first lodges a customs declaration or appoints a representative — not necessarily France.
• Processing normally takes a few working days, though incomplete applications are the most common cause of delay.

Frequently asked questions

What does a French EORI look like?

French EORIs start with FR followed by the SIRET (14 digits) of the business, e.g. FR + 14 digits.

What is SOPRANO?

SOPRANO is French Customs' online application platform. The EORI request is one of its téléservices — you file the application there and receive the EORI attached to your SIRET.

Do I need an EORI number to import into France?

Yes. Any business lodging a customs declaration in France — importing or exporting goods — needs a valid EORI number registered with the customs authority.

Where do I register for an EORI number in France?

EORI numbers for France are issued by French Customs (Douane). You apply through their online customs registration service.

How do I check if an EORI number is valid?

Use the free EORI checker on this page. It validates the number in real time against the official European Commission EORI service and returns the registered trader where publicly consented.

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This page provides general guidance only — it is not legal or customs advice and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm EORI requirements and validate any EORI number with the official European Commission EORI service and the relevant national customs authority before relying on them.