Gas and Electricity in France: Offers & Providers in 2025
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Just moved to France? Congratulations! But before you fully start enjoying your new life, the next step will be to sort out your utilities - the most important being, arguably, your energy contract. This guide is here to take you through the process of signing up for either a French gas or electricity account (or both).
The French Energy Market
Since 2007, the energy market has been open to competition in France, meaning there are more French gas and electricity providers than ever before. While EDF and Engie (ex GDF Suez) used to be the only historical providers French residents could subscribe to, there are now other new actors on the market, often offering more attractive tariffs for gas and electricity. More precisely, there are 27 electricity providers and 16 gas_providers in France in August 2025. The full list below:
List of electricity suppliers in France
Below is a list of the 27 electricity providers currently active in France:
- Primeo
- OHM Énergie
- Mint Énergie
- Gaz de Bordeaux
- Butagaz
- Ekwateur
- Alpiq
- Plenitude
- Octopus Energy
- EDF
- Yéli
- Alterna
- Vattenfall
- JPME
- La Bellenergie
- Elmy
- TotalEnergies
- Élecocité
- Urban Solar Energy
- Dyneff
- Gedia
- ilek
- Engie
- Happ-e
- Wekiwi
- Enercoop
- Papernest Énergie
List of gas suppliers in France
Below is a list of the 16 gas providers currently active in France:
- EDF
- Octopus Energy
- OHM Énergie
- Vattenfall
- Alterna
- Ekwateur
- TotalEnergies
- Mint Énergie
- Gaz de Bordeaux
- Happ-e
- Plenitude
- Yéli
- Engie
- Wekiwi
- Dyneff
- ilek
Thanks to this system, you are under no obligation to subscribe to EDF and/or Engie when you first move to France (to the exception of a few areas, but these are becoming more and more rare), and can open a French energy account with the provider of your choice. If you need help choosing a supplier, call our English-speaking advisors at 01 86 26 53 46 or request a Free callback .
Electricity in France
Electricity Prices in France
Compared to the rest of the EU, the price of electricity is relatively low in France, and this is in part because the country has a developed nuclear power network. The price of electricity is currently at 0.1952 € per kWh with the regulated tariff (for meters set to 6 kVA). However, you can find much cheaper options by choosing an alternative supplier.
Choosing a French electricity supplier
As stated above, you can choose to either subscribe to EDF and the regulated tariffs (RT), or set up a contract with an alternative provider with often cheaper rates. In August 2025, the cheapest provider is Primeo. Their Fixe -20% plan is priced at 0.1694€ per kWh.
Below is a side-by-side of just three providers of the many on the market:
| Offer | Monthly Cost | Score | Contact |
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FIXE -20% |
Your montly price 94.17 € You save 14 € |
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Souscrire en ligne
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EXTRA ECO |
Your montly price 98.92 € You save 9.33 € |
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Souscrire en ligne
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ONLINE & GREEN |
Your montly price 99.92 € You save 8.33 € |
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Souscrire en ligne
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Comparison based on an estimated annual consumption of 5,700 kWh and a 6 kVA power rating in Toulouse. Learn more about the Selectra Score. The means that the provider is Selectra's partner.
You can get help with comparing French electricity and gas suppliers! Use our free Selectra's comparison tool (in French), plug in your consumption info and then get access to the best offers for your situation, with the potential savings you could make compared to the regulated tariffs.
Natural Gas in France
Gas Prices in France
For gas, you will find that prices are fairly similar to elsewhere in the EU. Since July 2023, the regulated gas tariff (tarif réglementé de vente, or TRV) no longer exists in France. It has been officially phased out and replaced by a new benchmark known as the "prix repère" (reference price). The prix repère is currently priced at 0.108 € per kWh.
This reference price is published each month by the Commission de régulation de l’énergie (CRE) and serves as a guide to help consumers compare offers on the market. While suppliers are now free to set their own prices, the prix repère offers a transparent point of comparison to ensure households can make informed choices in a fully liberalized gas market.
Choosing an French gas supplier
Many suppliers offer gas deals that are cheaper than the reference price. By comparing offers, consumers can often find fixed or variable-price contracts that undercut the prix repère, allowing them to reduce their energy bills while benefiting from the same quality of service. The cheapest gas supplier is currently EDF. Their Avantage Gaz 2 ans plan is priced at 0.1022€ per kWh.
| Offer | Monthly Cost | Score | Contact |
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AVANTAGE GAZ 2 ANS |
Your montly price 139.75 € You save 8.92 € |
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ECO-CONSO GAZ |
Your montly price 140.42 € You save 8.17 € |
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Souscrire en ligne
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EXTRA ECO GAZ |
Your montly price 141 € You save 7.67 € |
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Souscrire en ligne
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Comparison based on an estimated annual consumption of 13,450 kWh in Toulouse. Learn more about the Selectra Score. The means that the provider is Selectra's partner.
How to sign up for an energy contract in France?
Signing up for an energy contract in France is a simple and quick process. Here’s how it works:
- Compare offers: start by comparing energy suppliers to find a contract that suits your needs and budget. You can choose between electricity, gas, or a dual offer, and compare prices, green energy options, and customer reviews. If you need help, Selectra advisors can guide you by phone and help you choose the best deal. All you have to do is call 01 86 26 53 46 or request a Free callback .
- Choose your supplier: once you've found the right offer, go to the supplier’s website or call their customer service to begin the sign-up process. If you go through Selectra's services, the advisor will help you with this step too.
- Provide your information: you’ll need to give a few details, including your full name, address, phone number, and bank details (for direct debit).
- Pick a start date: you can usually choose when you want your new contract to begin. If not, it will simply be activated as soon as possible.
That’s it — your new supplier will handle the rest, including the cancellation of your previous contract if needed.