French VAT reforms introduced on 1 January 2026 now require UK exporters using DDP into France to hold a French VAT number or have an EU-based importer of record. The changes tighten conditions for DDP movements and increase operational and reporting burdens, prompting exporters to reassess provider capabilities. The reforms aim to strengthen compliance and competitive advantage for logistics operators.
From 1 January 2026, UK exporters must hold a French VAT number or have an EU-based importer of record.
The reforms were introduced on 1 January 2026.
The reforms increase operational and reporting burdens, prompting exporters to review provider capability, data quality, and exception handling speed.
They can either obtain a French VAT number or operate under a compliant structure with an EU-based importer of record.
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