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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: Infogreffe

    How do I find a company's registration number in France?

    Search the company's name on Infogreffe at https://www.infogreffe.fr. The result page shows its registration number — the same identifier that appears on invoices, contracts, and government filings.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open Infogreffe

      Navigate to https://www.infogreffe.fr.

      https://www.infogreffe.fr
    2. 2

      Search by company name

      Type the exact trading or legal name. Partial matches usually work; add the city if the name is common.

    3. 3

      Copy the registration number

      The registration number is displayed at the top of the entity profile. It is the authoritative ID for cross-referencing.

    4. 4

      Confirm it's the right entity

      Check the registered address and incorporation date to be sure you have the correct legal entity, especially for groups with similarly named subsidiaries.

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    France: choosing and checking the right record

    Choose the correct source
    Identify the legal unit with its SIREN, then distinguish it from a particular establishment identified by SIRET. Use the relevant official register or document service for the company's filings and extract.
    Confirm the entity
    A SIREN has nine digits; a SIRET has 14 and identifies an establishment. Compare legal form, registered name and headquarters before matching a branch address to an invoice.

    INPI beneficial-ownership access conditions

    Check current access and document options on the official Infogreffe / INSEE site. For search limitations and missing-result guidance, see the France registry guide.

    Frequently asked questions

    Where is a France company's registration number published?

    Look for the identifier on the entity's record or available extract in Infogreffe (https://www.infogreffe.fr). Compare it with the counterparty's documentation; publication requirements and identifier labels vary by jurisdiction.

    Is looking up a France registration number free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free. Check Infogreffe's current access rules: an official portal can require an account, charge for searches or restrict particular documents.

    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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    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.

    Where do I find a France company's registration number?

    Every registered France entity has a unique registration number issued at incorporation. It appears on invoices, contracts, the company's website footer (often in a "legal" section), and prominently on its Infogreffe / INSEE record.

    Is a France registration number the same as a VAT number?

    No. The registration number is the identifier issued by the Infogreffe / INSEE when the company was formed. The VAT number is a separate tax identifier issued (only if the company is VAT-registered) by the national tax authority. Many small companies have a registration number but no VAT number.

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