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Which legal form should I choose for freelance work?

✅ In brief


A freelancer may work under the micro-entreprise regime, entreprise individuelle (EI), SASU or EURL, depending on activity volume and needs.


🧭 What you need to know


  • The micro-entreprise can be practical for starting with few expenses.
  • A company may be more suitable if the activity grows, if expenses are significant or if commercial image matters.
  • TVA, professional expenses and remuneration can influence the choice.
  • A freelancer with one major client should also check how the work is organized in practice.


🛠️ 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


  • The expected turnover.
  • The level of professional expenses.
  • The need to charge TVA or recover it.
  • The administrative obligations you are ready to manage.


⚖️ 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


For a freelancer, the simplest status is not always the most suitable over the long term.



Updated on: 06/07/2026

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