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    SIREN number search (France)

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

    How do I look up a company by its registration number in France?

    Enter the SIREN to look up a France company directly on Infogreffe. Unlike a name search, an SIREN returns exactly one entity, which is why it is the identifier to use for KYC, invoicing and contract checks.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the SIREN on the paperwork

      The SIREN normally appears on invoices, contracts, the website footer or official correspondence. It is the number counterparties are required to quote.

    2. 2

      Search the SIREN

      Enter the number exactly as printed. Punctuation and spacing vary between documents — strip them if the search returns nothing.

    3. 3

      Confirm the returned entity

      Check the legal name on the returned record matches the name on your paperwork. A mismatch between quoted number and quoted name is a serious warning sign.

    4. 4

      Verify at Infogreffe

      For anything contractual, confirm the number against the primary source at https://www.infogreffe.fr.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is a SIREN in France?

    It is the identifier Infogreffe assigns to a registered entity. It stays with the entity even if the trading name changes, which makes it the reliable way to track a company over time.

    Is a SIREN lookup free?

    Yes. Looking up a company by SIREN on Infogreffe is free and requires no account.

    What if the SIREN returns no result?

    Re-enter it without spaces or punctuation first. If it still returns nothing, the number may be mistyped, belong to a different country's register, or not exist — ask the counterparty to confirm it in writing.

    Should I use the SIREN or the company name?

    The SIREN. Names are duplicated across entities within a group; the number is unique to one entity.

    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.

    People also ask about look up a company by its registration number in France

    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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