What is the franchise en base de TVA?
✅ In brief
The franchise en base de TVA allows you not to charge TVA as long as certain conditions are met.
🧭 What you need to know
- You invoice without adding TVA.
- You do not file TVA under the usual conditions of this regime.
- In return, you do not recover TVA on your purchases.
- This option depends in particular on turnover thresholds and the activity.
🛠️ How Leegal supports you
- Leegal helps you understand the wording shown during the creation process and prepare a clearer file.
- The flow can organize information, documents and points to watch, but it does not replace a personalized review.
- If your situation is specific, it is still preferable to ask a chartered accountant, a lawyer or another qualified professional for advice.
🔎 Points to check
- Are your clients individuals or professionals?
- Do you have many purchases with TVA?
- Could your expected turnover exceed the thresholds?
- Is your activity excluded or specific?
⚖️ Limits to know
- Leegal is not a law firm or an accounting firm.
- Leegal explains the options and helps prepare formalities, but does not choose for you.
- Tax, social security or personal asset consequences can depend on your actual situation.
📌 Key takeaway
The franchise en base is simple at the start, but it can be less suitable if you have a lot of TVA on purchases.
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- When should I avoid the franchise en base de TVA?
Updated on: 06/07/2026
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