This service is available to all companies registered in Kenya that have incurred expenses paid by their Kenya entity while operating or conducting business activities in France.

We currently process applications with at least €3,000 in claimable VAT invoices.

Eligible expenses generally include costs linked to business activities, such as:

• Trade fairs and exhibitions (booth rentals, participation fees).
• Supplier invoices for goods or services used in France.
• Professional services such as training, consulting, and technical support.
• Business-related hospitality, such as meals with clients, transport, or accommodation linked to commercial activities.

Certain expenses are not eligible for VAT refunds, including:

• Hotels, car hire for personal use, airline and train fares, taxi fares
• Purchase of gifts or presents
• Any expenses not directly related to business operations

All invoices must comply with French VAT requirements. FCCK reviews all documentation to confirm eligibility before filing.

VAT in France is applied at rates up to 20%, depending on the category of expense. For many business costs, this means a significant portion can be recovered. FCCK helps ensure you maximise the refund while staying fully compliant.

Typically, refunds are processed by French authorities within 4 to 10 months after submission. Processing times depend on the completeness of documentation and the category of expenses. FCCK role is to guide you through the French administration and ensure that applications are accurate and complete from the outset, helping to minimise delays. 

 No. Our VAT refund service is available to all businesses registered in Kenya with eligible expenses in France. 

To process a claim, FCCK requires:

• A signed mandate authorising FCCK to act on your behalf.
• A company's certificate of registration issued by the Kenya Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), which proves your company is a formally registered legal entity.
• A copy of your GST registration
• Original invoices and receipts that clearly state the French VAT charged.

Any supporting contracts or agreements relevant to the expense.
FCCK conducts a preliminary review to ensure all documents meet French tax authority requirements.

If a claim is rejected due to ineligibility or missing documentation, FCCK provides feedback and, where possible, resubmits the application. Our proactive checks minimise the risk of rejection at the initial stage.

Yes. The French Administration must receive all the required documents duly completed by at the latest 30th of June following the issuance date of invoices. For example, expenses incurred in 2025 must be submitted by 30 June 2026. FCCK can help ensure all applications are filed within the correct deadlines.

FCCK charges a small service fee deducted from the refund once it is received. This ensures your business only pays when the claim is successful.