How to Fax to France (2026): +33 Number Format, Costs, and Examples

To fax France reliably, the key detail is dropping the leading 0 when you switch to +33 format. This guide shows the correct examples and a few practical tips that prevent failed transmissions.

Correct Number Format (France)

Country code: +33
Drop the leading 0 from the area code
Example (Paris): Local 01 23 45 67 89 → +33 1 23 45 67 89
Example (Lyon): Local 04 72 12 34 56 → +33 4 72 12 34 56

Codes: International Country Codes

Costs

Traditional: $2–$15/min
Online: $0.05–$1/page
Simple: Onetime Fax — $5 for up to 100 pages

Best Time to Send

France business hours: 9:00–18:00 CET/CEST

Common Destinations

Hospitals and insurers
Universities
Courts and legal offices
Government services

Tips & Troubleshooting

Remove leading 0 in area codes
Use PDF (300 DPI), black on white
Retry during business hours if busy
See: International Guide, Troubleshooting

Send a fax to France — $5 flat

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I drop the leading 0 when faxing to France?

Yes. When you use +33, you typically remove the leading 0 from the French number (01… becomes +33 1…).

What’s France’s country code?

France’s country code is +33.

Why is my fax to France failing?

Double-check number format (especially the leading 0), then retry during French business hours if you hit busy signals.