Expert Importer of Record and Exporter of Record services for IT and Telecommunications, Aerospace and Defence, and Medical Technology sectors in France; ensuring full compliance with French customs laws and EU regulatory frameworks.
France stands among the strongest economic powerhouses in Europe; known for its advanced technology sector; world-leading aerospace and aviation industry; and rapidly growing telecommunications and medical technology markets. The country hosts global aviation leaders; deep R&D ecosystems; and some of Europe’s most sophisticated digital networks.
France also maintains one of the continent’s most structured and tightly regulated customs environments. With strategic gateways such as Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport; Marseille Port; Le Havre Port; and Lyon’s logistics corridor, France connects Europe with Africa, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region.
These logistics advantages, combined with robust regulatory systems, make France a high-value region for cross-border movements of high-tech equipment.
Uproot Technologies enables companies to import and export high-tech equipment into and out of France without establishing a local French entity. Our teams manage every compliance obligation; documentation requirement; and procedural step mandated by French customs authorities and EU law.
France enforces strict compliance standards, especially for telecommunications equipment; radiocommunication devices; medical grade hardware; aerospace components; and defence-classified technologies. Our France IOR and EOR services are structured to meet these sophisticated controls, ensuring uninterrupted flow of cargo and safeguarding your operations.
As a leading provider of IOR for Europe and EOR for Europe, Uproot Technologies protects businesses from administrative risks and accelerates clearance across France’s busiest logistics hubs.
France’s customs administration, known as Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects (DGDDI), enforces meticulous import and export requirements. All high-tech shipments must comply with:
• EU Customs Code
• French VAT rules
• CE marking and technical documentation obligations
• Strict classification of radio, IT, and electronic devices
• Strategic goods controls under France’s defence and dual-use laws
• Correct HS code and tariff classification
• Proof of origin for preferential EU trade agreements
• Mandatory safety and EMC conformity for regulated equipment
France is highly vigilant regarding wireless devices; IT infrastructure hardware; cryptographic systems; UAV components; aircraft parts; and medical diagnostic equipment. Accurate paperwork is essential to prevent inspection; detention; or penalties.
France maintains rigorous controls for IT and telecom equipment entering the country. Devices containing wireless modules; satellite communication functions; network security hardware; or radiating components must comply with:
• CE conformity requirements
• Radio Equipment Directive
• EMC and safety testing obligations
• Spectrum usage regulations by ARCEP (French telecom authority)
Shipments undergo strict checks to confirm product conformity, documentation completeness, and technical alignment with EU standards. Any gaps may result in customs detentions.
France is home to major aerospace and aviation leaders; therefore, aerospace and defence imports are governed by some of the strictest frameworks in the EU. High-precision components may require:
• Dual-use export licenses
• French Strategic Goods approvals
• End-user validation
• EASA airworthiness documentation
• Special handling based on sensitivity
Items linked to defence, avionics, military-grade communications, or controlled technologies require calibrated documentation and licensing.
Uproot Technologies provides complete compliance oversight as your France Importer of Record and Exporter of Record.
Our experts manage CE documentation; DGDDI filings; tariff classification; technical file preparation; controlled items licensing; and all customs declarations.
We coordinate in real time with French customs authorities at Charles de Gaulle; Marseille; Le Havre; and Lyon. This ensures faster clearance, reduced operational friction, and uninterrupted supply chains for high-tech and regulated equipment.
Shipping IT; telecommunications; aerospace; defence; and medical technology equipment to or from France requires a structured set of documents. Uproot Technologies prepares, verifies, and submits every required document to support compliant IOR and EOR operations.
Technical Documentation; Certifications; and Compliance
Products entering France must include:
• CE certificates and conformity declarations
• Technical construction files
• EMC and safety documentation
• Test reports for wireless equipment
• EASA documentation for aviation components
• Controlled-item licences for defence or dual-use goods
Import Duty; VAT; and EORI Requirements
The Importer of Record must ensure correct VAT settlement; customs duty payment; and classification under French tariffs.
A valid EORI number is mandatory for all French import and export declarations.
Accurate entries enable DGDDI’s digital customs system to clear shipments efficiently.
Your Trusted Importer of Record and Exporter of Record Services in France
Partnering with Uproot Technologies ensures complete, compliant, and reliable documentation handling for high-tech imports and exports across France. Our operational approach minimizes clearance delays; reduces administrative complications; and provides a frictionless logistics experience.
France stands at the intersection of Europe’s aviation; defence; IT; telecom; and medical technology supply chains. These high-value sectors require accurate customs filings; adherence to CE and EU regulations; and precise handling of controlled technologies.
Uproot Technologies provides specialized Importer of Record and Exporter of Record services designed for France’s strict regulatory environment. Our teams manage customs declarations; technical documentation; controlled-goods licensing; safety and EMC compliance; VAT and duty filings; and secure high-tech logistics.
Our presence across Europe and in 155+ countries positions us as a strategic partner for companies shipping to and from France. We support France-linked movements across the UK; Germany; Spain; Italy; Switzerland; Poland; and all major European markets.
Uproot Technologies also supports exports from France to the United States and provides structured import solutions for goods moving from France into the United Kingdom. Our approach ensures compliant, secure, and uninterrupted global movement of high-tech equipment.
Providing expert advice on navigating import/export customs laws, tariffs, and incentives, and assisting with strategic planning for customs compliance.
Securing and managing all required import and export licenses and permits, particularly for regulated or dual-use goods, to ensure smooth customs clearance.
Preparing and managing all necessary import/export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates of origin, and customs permits.
Coordinating logistics for imports and exports, including transportation, warehousing, and ensuring timely delivery while meeting all customs compliance requirements.
Calculating, paying, and managing customs duties, VAT, and any applicable excise taxes for both imports and exports on behalf of the importer/exporter.
Ensuring that all imports and exports meet regulatory standards, including safety, technical, and product certification requirements for full customs compliance.
Handling the entire customs clearance process for both imports and exports, ensuring full compliance with customs regulations for smooth entry or exit of goods.
Mitigating risks associated with customs delays, non-compliance, or penalties by ensuring all import/export processes adhere strictly to customs compliance regulations.
Acting as the legal Importer of Record (IOR) or Exporter of Record (EOR) on behalf of the client, ensuring full customs compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
