EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

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EDF is France’s historic electricity supplier, unique in offering regulated electricity tariffs nationwide. It stands out by combining its longstanding public status with a large customer base and a wide choice of both electricity (including green options) and gas for homes and businesses.

EDF electricity offers in France in November 2025

EDF is France’s historic electricity provider, offering the Regulated Tariff, but they also have a range of alternative plans.

EDF currently offers 5 electricity plans in France for residential customers. Their most affordable plan is Zen Online, priced at 0.1856 €/kWh (Base tariff for meters under 36 kVA). For an average household consuming 5,700 kWh per year, this plan would result in an annual electricity bill of 1244€.

Cheapest

Zen Online

Selectra Score C
Green electricity

Vert Electrique

Selectra Score C
Green electricity

Vert Electrique Régional

Selectra Score C
Fixed price

Zen Fixe

Selectra Score C

Tarifs réglementés de l'électricité

Selectra Score D

Comparison based on household consumption of 5,700 kWh per year and a 6 kVA power rating in Toulouse. This table only shows offers with available prices under standard tariff options. Some offers have specific conditions (dual-only, Linky-only, etc.) which make them harder to compare with standard plans. Learn more about the Selectra Score.

Choosing your energy provider in France

EDF is not the only energy supplier. In France, the electricity and gas markets are fully open to competition, so you can choose and switch providers as often as you like, completely free of charge. For advice on finding the best option for your needs, call a Selectra English-speaking advisor.

EDF gas offers in France in November 2025

EDF also offers 2 gas plans in France for residential customers. Their most competitive plan is Avantage Gaz 2 ans, priced at 0.101 €/kWh. For an average household consuming 13,450 kWh of gas per year, this would mean an estimated annual bill of 1655€.

Cheapest

Avantage Gaz 2 ans

Selectra Score B

Avantage Gaz Optimisé

Selectra Score C

Comparison based on household gas consumption of 13,450 kWh per year in Toulouse. This table only shows plans with prices available under standard tariff options. Some offers have specific conditions (dual-only, etc.) that make them harder to compare with standard plans. Learn more about the Selectra Score.

Is EDF recommended? Read the reviews

EDF global rating in France:

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4.53 /5
Global rating based on 39356 reviews

Read the reviews

EDF has an overall rating of 4.53/5, based on all reviews collected from various forums. This is considered very positive among customers in France, though ratings may differ slightly from one platform to another.

Platform Ratings Number of ratings
Trustpilot 4,6/5 38445
Selectra 1,6/5 911
Overall rating 4,53/5 39356 votes

How to contact EDF in France ?

There are different ways to contact EDF. Here are the main options:

  • By phone at 34 04
  • Using their contact form
  • By reaching their headquarters at: 22-30, avenue de Wagram, 75008 Paris
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Contact form
Headquarters

How to sign up for a contract with EDF ?

To sign up for an electricity or gas contract with EDF in France, simply call EDF or visit their official website. The process is easy, fast, and free of charge—there are no fees for joining or switching suppliers.

You will need to provide some basic details, such as your name, address, and the desired start date for your contract. Once you have signed up, EDF will take care of cancelling your previous contract for you, so you do not need to contact your former supplier yourself.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) is a French electricity supplier established in 1946, following the nationalization of private electricity distributors into a single state-owned entity. Headquartered in Paris, EDF is entirely owned by the French State and, as of 2024, employs around 119,400 people and serves 41.5 million customers worldwide.

EDF is the historical electricity supplier in France and, until 2007, held a monopoly on electricity supply to residential customers. It remains the only company authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs (set by public authorities) in most of the country.

EDF is active in the generation, distribution, and supply of electricity and also offers natural gas. The group is involved in various energy sectors, including nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewable energy production, as well as energy management solutions for private individuals, businesses, and local authorities.

Choosing your energy provider in France

EDF is not the only energy supplier. In France, the electricity and gas markets are fully open to competition, so you can choose and switch providers as often as you like, completely free of charge. For advice on finding the best option for your needs, call a Selectra English-speaking advisor.