In France, the address of a company's head office is its "official place of residence". In other words, it is the address used by the administration to send all official administrative correspondence.
It also determines the nationality of the association or company, its country of taxation and the competent jurisdiction in the event of a dispute. Choosing a registered address is the first step in setting up your company.
Many entrepreneurs decide to locate their business in a well-known arrondissement in Paris because of the City of Light's many assets.
Entrepreneurs wishing to domicile their company in Paris can choose between several alternatives:
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Using your own home: Although this may appear to be an economical solution, it has major drawbacks when it comes to protecting your privacy. The address of a company's head office must appear on all its official documents, which means that your personal address is made public.
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Renting commercial premises or an office: This option is particularly expensive given the price of Parisian offices, and requires a company to pay a monthly rent, deposits and guarantees.
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Domiciliation in a shared workspace. This option is offered by coworking spaces or business incubators, and enables you to benefit from the synergies of other entrepreneurs. On the other hand, domiciliation in a coworking space is often used as a short-term option, due to the lack of confidentiality and outside distractions.
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Using a commercial domiciliation company This online service is the the ideal choice for a prestigious headquarters address in the best-valued downtown Paris neighborhoods at moderate prices. It is not time-limited, and allows you to benefit from a range of additional day-to-day services, such as the management of your business mail.
Registering your company is a legal obligation for all business creators (whether self-employed or setting up a new company).
In other words, every company must have an administrative and tax reference address, known as the " registered office ". This is essential for registration with the RCS (Registre du Commerce et des Sociétés).
Commercial domiciliation offers a number of major advantages for companies and associations:
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Showcase a prestigious headquarters address in one of Paris's most sought-after downtown districts. Commercial domiciliation companies make it possible to separate your head office from your actual office or workplace. As a result, you can take advantage of a wide range of prestigious Parisian addresses to win the confidence of all your customers and stakeholders.
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Corporate domiciliation can lighten your daily workload thanks to a wide range of complementary services (daily mail management, switchboard, legal assistance when setting up your company, administrative assistance, workspace rental, offices and meeting rooms, etc.).
Good to know : You can set up any of these services online from your customer area. For example, you can book meeting rooms in a business center by the hour, day or half-day directly from your virtual office.
Paris' international attractiveness is well established. According to BPI France, nearly 77,000 businesses were created in the capital in 2020, a figure stable compared to 2019. Despite the impact of the health crisis, the entrepreneurial dynamism of the Parisian marketplace remains intact, and should continue to grow in 2021.
The online domiciliation service lets you enjoy all the benefits of working from home, while protecting your privacy.
And did you know that the CFE (Cotisation Foncière des Entreprises) tax rate in Paris is lower than the national average? By choosing a district with a low CFE tax, you can easily save on your taxes.
Many Parisian arrondissements are popular with entrepreneurs, but one in particular stands out: Paris's 8th arrondissement is the ideal location to domicile your business.
It's the business world's headquarters par excellence, a strategic location that opens up a wealth of opportunities. Big names in luxury goods, real estate, financial transactions and operations, corporate services, etc. all rub shoulders here.
Other arrondissements in the capital, renowned for their calm and proximity to major transport routes, are also developing rapidly:
- The Jonquière district, in the 17th arrondissement
- The Reuilly district, in the 12th arrondissement
- The Clichy district, in the 9th arrondissement
How to obtain a domiciliation contract for your company or association?
All you need to do is choose your domiciliation address in the district of your choice, select your services according to your business and your company's needs, and sign your contract online!
To choose the best domiciliation company, look for offers with clear, transparent rates and no hidden charges. Customers of domiciliation companies can benefit from their services in Paris from around 16 euros per month.
Prices depend on the legal status of the company and the services you wish to take advantage of. It is now possible to subscribe directly online.
That's why it's vital to pay particular attention to your company's domiciliation, so that you can convey the best possible image to all your commercial and financial partners, as well as to your customers. It's a real guarantee of seriousness, and enhances the credibility and management of your business.
Business domiciliation offers are a real alternative to using your personal home, renting an office or registering in a coworking space for your company.
Written by our expert Paul LASBARRERES-CANDAU
September 1, 2021
