Trade and invest

Includes investing and setting up a business in the UK and doing business in France.

  • The Department for Business and Trade provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in France, and French companies set up and invest in the UK.

  • A summary from UK Science and Innovation Network (SIN) on science and innovation in France including UK SIN priorities and successes.

  • Information on key security and political risks which UK businesses may face when operating in France.

  • What you need to do to start a business: choose a legal structure, see if you need licences and insurance, learn about reliefs and benefits