Exporting to France

Advantages and challenges of exporting to France

Guide

There are advantages and also potential challenges for Northern Ireland companies doing business in France.

With a population of over 65 million, a strong industrial base, and many large national businesses, France offers good export potential. 

Advantages of exporting to France

France can offer numerous benefits to companies looking to do business in the region including:

  • large consumer population
  • highly developed transportation infrastructure
  • diverse, skilled workforce
  • spending on social services is the highest in the world

Challenges of exporting to France

You should also be aware of some challenges you could face when exporting to France including:

  • language barriers
  • high labour costs
  • high business tax rates
  • business entity establishment laws can be complex