If you have an existing business registered as an entreprise individuelle or micro entreprise, you cannot switch to the auto entrepreneur system. However you can decide to switch to the regime micro social, which will enable you to pay your social charges according to your actual turnover, as per the auto-entrepreneur. In order to switch over in 2010, you will have to send a formal letter to RSI or URSSAF by 31st December 2009. Here is how it all works.
You plan to start a business in France, and would like your other half to help you out with or without payment – is this legal? The answer is no unless they are registered. Whether you are an artisan, commercant or profession libérale, your partner has the choice between three option: employee, collaborator or associate.