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VAT Refund Claims

Recover the VAT you've paid on French business expenses

If your company incurs VAT on business expenses in France but is not VAT-registered there, you may be entitled to a refund. We handle both 8th Directive (EU) and 13th Directive (non-EU) claims.

What we handle

8th Directive refund claims for EU-based companies
13th Directive refund claims for non-EU companies
Expense documentation review and eligible VAT identification
Claim preparation, filing, and follow-up with French tax office
Appeals process for partially or fully rejected claims

Common refundable expenses

Hotel accommodations and restaurant expenses during business trips
Trade show and exhibition participation costs
Conference and event attendance fees
Fuel and transportation costs within France
Professional services (legal, accounting) invoiced with French VAT

Key deadlines & requirements

8th Directive (EU companies): Submit by September 30 of the following year
13th Directive (non-EU companies): Submit by June 30 of the following year
Minimum claim: €50 for annual claims, €400 for quarterly claims
Processing time: 4-8 months from submission to refund

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