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    How to check if a company is registered in France

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

    How do I check if a company is registered in France?

    To check if a company is registered in France, search its exact registration number or legal name on Infogreffe (https://www.infogreffe.fr). Compare the identifier and available identity fields before reading the recorded status. A name-only match is a candidate, not confirmation. Official access requirements and document fees vary.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open the official Infogreffe

      Go to https://www.infogreffe.fr. This is the primary government-operated source.

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

      Search by name or number

      Use the legal name or identifier supported by Infogreffe. Trading-name and partial-name searches are not universal.

    3. 3

      Check status and legal name

      Compare the exact identifier and legal name. Preserve the source's status wording: historical and dissolved entities can still have registry records.

    4. 4

      Cross-check the registered address

      Compare the available registered address with the counterparty's documents. A registered office can differ legitimately from a trading address; clarify the difference rather than treating it as evidence of misconduct.

    5. 5

      Download the official extract (optional)

      Most registers let you download a formal extract or certificate. Use this for KYC, procurement, or contract files.

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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

    How do I check if a company is registered in France?

    Search the exact registration number on Infogreffe at https://www.infogreffe.fr, then compare the legal name and available identity details. Read the status and its date in the source's own terminology. Name similarity alone does not confirm the entity.

    How can I check if a France company is still active?

    Read the status on the exact entity's Infogreffe record, preserving its wording and retrieval date. Liquidation is not the same as dissolution: an entity can remain registered while undergoing liquidation. A registry status is not a solvency or trustworthiness assessment.

    Is a France company with a website automatically registered?

    No. A website, email domain or invoice letterhead proves nothing. The only authoritative proof is a current entry in Infogreffe with a matching legal name and registration number.

    What proves a France company is legally registered?

    An entry in Infogreffe with an "active" or equivalent status is the definitive proof. The registration number returned by Infogreffe is the authoritative identifier.

    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 check if a company is registered 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.

    How can I check if a France company is legitimate?

    Look the company up on the Infogreffe / INSEE. If the entity returns an "active" (or equivalent local status) result, matches the registered address on its invoices, and its listed directors match who is signing your contract, it is a real registered entity. Anything reported as "dissolved", "struck off" or "in liquidation" should be treated with caution.

    What information can I get about a France company for free?

    Free public data from the Infogreffe / INSEE typically includes: legal name, registration number, incorporation date, registered address, current status, business type, and current directors / officers. Historical filings and certified copies may carry a small fee.

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