France has strong air freight networks and P4D are committed to providing you with a stress-free service when sending your consignment. Whether you are sending air freight to Paris or Bordeaux, Lille, Marseille or Pau, we offer excellent coverage of France, regardless of size, weight or contents.

France has a highly developed and free-market-orientated economy. It is the world’s seventh largest economy according to nominal figures and the second largest in the EU after Germany. A large part of its strength comes from its diversification, with the chemical industry playing a key part and helping to develop other manufacturing activities and overall contribute to economic growth.

France is one of the most visited countries in the world, meaning that the tourism sector also controls a large segment of the economy, thanks in equal parts to the wealth and cultural reputation of major cities such as Paris, its diverse landscape and high quality of life. France’s main imports are vehicles, crude oil and aircraft, while its biggest exports are food and drink (champagne), pharmaceuticals and vehicle parts. P4D are committed to eliminating all the effort associated with dealing with carriers, customs, paperwork, etc. and we will work with you to meet certain requirements.

The most basic documents that are required to handle customs clearance of your cargo include a commercial invoice / pro forma invoice, a packing List and a certificate of origin. There are many other documents that could potentially be required, but the above applies to most general shipments of goods that don’t require any additional certificates or special French government approval. For specific information on items, we recommend getting in touch with French Customs.