Key player in innovation and tech
France has retained its title of champion of innovation in Europe, with 123 projects identified in 2023 in R&D. The clear and ambitious vision conveyed through the “France 2030” plan serves as a real comparative advantage in the face of increased global competition. It provides clear answers and perspectives to investors, thereby establishing innovation over the long term. It is therefore important to emphasize that France is the leading destination in Europe for foreign investment in artificial intelligence
France, an innovative nation
World’s #3 research center
(SCImago Institutions Rankings, 2022)
#1 in Europe
for inward R&D investments
(EY, 2023)
Research tax credit
economie.gouv.fr
An innovation-friendly ecosystem
French Tech
“La French Tech” is our startup scene here in France. A unique movement bringing together startups, investors, policymakers and community builders.
Funding startups
While providing strong security, the French legal system is willing to incentivize investment, innovation and competitiveness. Corporate tax to be cut to 25% by 2022.
Strong government support for innovation
France ensures the most attractive R&D tax incentive programs to support innovation, through firm commitments as the research tax credit, innovation tax credit and the major investment plan 2018-2022.
