Calls and phone services
Since 2017, making calls to Spain, Germany or the Netherlands costs the same as making a call within France. But has overcharging been completely eliminated? Does this also apply to calls made from France to other countries?
You should also know, if you live in France, that new rules since 2026 generally ban commercial phone canvassing, unless you have agreed to receive such phone calls.
Communication in France
How to change your French mobile phone provider? Is your home in France eligible for optic fibre? All you need to know about telephone and internet services, and mobile coverage in France.
Unwanted commercial prospecting by phone
Has your phone been ringing with sales pitches you never asked for? Good news: If you live in France, the law protects you against unwanted phone calls. Companies must have your permission before they dial your number.
Calls, SMS, Internet in Europe
Communicating in Europe costs the same as a national call. But is overcharging completely eliminated? Are calls from France to other countries also affected?
