What is the best business structure for my trade?

FionaB

31 Aug 2016 at 13:42 · Viewed 1339 times

I am looking to set up a business as a carpenter and furniture maker in France. I have run a business in this trade for the last three years but now want to move it to France. I have been looking at setting up as an Enterprise Individuelle as I can claim expenses, e.g. wood and other materials.

Do I have to charge TVA as an Enterprise Individuelle?
Can I claim all TVA back?
Do I need an accountant to set this up?
I have also looked at auto-entrepreneur but I cannot see a way to claim expenses - is this correct?
Will I need to show qualifications/UK business proof to set up?
Do I need to do a new business course or anything similar?

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