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    Search Company Records in France

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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: Infogreffe

    How do I search the business registry in France?

    The France business registry is operated by Infogreffe. It covers SARL (Société à responsabilité limitée). Search by business name to find the registered entity behind a trading name — free, no signup.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Search the trading name you were given

      Start with the name on the invoice, website or contract. It is often a trading name rather than the registered legal name.

    2. 2

      Identify the legal entity behind it

      Infogreffe records the legal entity. Matching a trading name to its registered entity is the whole point of a registry search — the two are frequently different.

    3. 3

      Check the entity type

      France recognises SARL (Société à responsabilité limitée). Entity type determines liability and who is legally responsible, so it matters before you contract.

    4. 4

      Note what the registry does not cover

      Sole traders and unregistered activity may not appear at all. An absent record is not automatically proof of fraud — it can simply mean the business is not required to register.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What does the France business registry cover?

    Infogreffe records SARL (Société à responsabilité limitée). Businesses that are not legally required to register — commonly small sole traders — may not appear.

    Can I search the France business registry by trading name?

    Yes, and that is usually the practical starting point. The registry will link the name to the registered legal entity where the two differ.

    Is a business registry search free in France?

    Yes. Name search and the public entry on Infogreffe are free. Only certified documents are chargeable.

    What if a France business has no registry entry?

    It may not be required to register, or it may be trading under a different legal name. Ask for the registration number directly before assuming either.

    What is a SIREN number?

    SIREN is a unique 9-digit identifier assigned to every French business by INSEE. The SIRET is a 14-digit extension (SIREN + 5-digit establishment code) that identifies each individual establishment or branch of a company.

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    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the France company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Infogreffe / INSEE are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official France business registry?

    The Infogreffe / INSEE is the official public register of companies incorporated in France. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://www.infogreffe.fr.

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