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Working with international clients is one of the fastest ways to scale a freelance or consulting business in France. However, French invoicing rules are notoriously strict, and cross-border billing introduces distinct tax regulations. Whether you are billing a startup in California, an agency in London, or a corporate client
You’ve sorted out your visa, registered your Auto-Entreprise on INPI, and you’re ready to bill your first clients. Then comes the hurdle almost every expat hits: opening a bank account in France. For foreign consultants, this step is notoriously frustrating. Traditional French banks often demand endless paperwork,
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Auto-entrepreneur, SASU or portage salarial? A practical guide for foreign freelancers in France — including real net income on 10,000€ invoiced and what most people miss about ACRE.