Video Production in France

Video Production Invoice Template for France

Create professional invoices tailored for video production businesses in France. Our free invoice generator combines video production-specific formatting with France's VAT (TVA) compliance and EUR support.

Example Video Production invoice for France

An example of what your invoice could look like (sample figures).

France Video Production

SIRET/SIREN 211-276-284

TAX INVOICE

#INV-9211

Bill to

Sample Client — France

EUR
DescriptionQtyUnitAmount
Corporate video production 2 €3,500.00 €7,000.00
Social media clips 3 €3,000.00 €9,000.00
Event highlight reels 3 €3,000.00 €9,000.00
Subtotal€25,000.00
VAT (TVA) 20%€5,000.00
Total due€30,000.00

Video Production Services in France

Typical video production services billed in France:

  • Corporate video production (France)
  • Social media clips (France)
  • Event highlight reels (France)
  • Post-production & colour grade (France)
  • Drone aerial footage (France)

Invoice Requirements in France

France requires these fields on a valid invoice:

  • TVA registration required if annual revenue exceeds €36,800 for services (€94,300 for goods)
  • Include your SIRET number on all professional invoices
  • Auto-entrepreneurs below threshold must state 'TVA non applicable, art. 293 B du CGI'
  • Standard payment terms are 30 days in France (maximum 60 days)

Tax & Currency for France

VAT (TVA): 20%

Currency: EUR (€)

Business registration: SIRET/SIREN

Invoicing Tips for Video Production in France

  • Invoice pre-prod before booking crew and locations
  • Separate raw footage delivery from finished edit if priced à la carte
  • Video Production businesses in France must include SIRET/SIREN on every invoice
  • Charge VAT (TVA) at 20% on video production services if registered in France
  • Standard payment terms: 50% upfront, 50% on completion — invoice in EUR (€)

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Delivering master files before final payment
  • Not capping revision rounds in the quote and invoice
  • Not including SIRET/SIREN on video production invoices for France clients
  • Using incorrect currency (must be EUR) on cross-border video production jobs

Video Production Invoicing FAQ — France

What should a video production invoice include in France?

A video production invoice in France must include: your SIRET/SIREN, business details, client information, unique invoice number, date, itemized video production services, VAT (TVA) at 20% (if registered), amounts in EUR, and payment terms.

What VAT (TVA) rate applies to video production services in France?

In France, video production services are typically subject to VAT (TVA) at 20%. Registration thresholds vary. Once registered, you must charge VAT (TVA) and show it separately on all invoices.

What payment terms are standard for video production in France?

Standard payment terms for video production businesses in France are 50% upfront, 50% on completion. The average invoice value in this industry is approximately $3000. Always clearly state your payment terms on every invoice.