EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

EDF is France’s historic electricity supplier, serving the majority of households and uniquely authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs. Its main distinction lies in its strong public backing and role as the only provider of official, government-regulated electricity prices in France.

EDF electricity offers in France in April 2026

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 Fixe, priced at 0.1695 €/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 1154€.

Cheapest

Zen Fixe

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Subscription

188

€/year

Annual budget

1154

€/year

Zen Online

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Subscription

188

€/year

Annual budget

1252

€/year

Tarif bleu résidentiel

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Subscription

188

€/year

Annual budget

1294

€/year

Green electricity

Vert Electrique

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Subscription

188

€/year

Annual budget

1300

€/year

Green electricity

Vert Electrique Régional

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Subscription

188

€/year

Annual budget

1303

€/year

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.

EDF gas offers in France in April 2026

EDF also offers 2 gas plans in France for residential customers. Their most competitive plan is Avantage Gaz Optimisé, priced at 0.1017 €/kWh. For an average household consuming 13,450 kWh of gas per year, this would mean an estimated annual bill of 1724€.

Cheapest

Avantage Gaz Optimisé

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Consumption

0.1017

€/kWh

Subscription

357

€/year

Annual budget

1724

€/year

Fixed price

Avantage Gaz 2 ans

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Consumption

0.108

€/kWh

Subscription

279

€/year

Annual budget

1732

€/year

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.

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EDF global rating in France:

4.54 /5

Global rating based on 46544 reviews

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EDF has an overall rating of 4.54/5, 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.

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

Phone

34 04

Contact form

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Headquarters

22-30, avenue de Wagram, 75008 Paris

How to sign up for a contract with EDF ?

Signing up for an electricity or gas contract with EDF in France is simple and free. You can either call EDF by phone or visit their official website to start the process.

You’ll need to provide some basic information, such as your name, address, and the meter identification number (Point de Livraison for electricity or Point de Comptage for gas) if you have it. EDF will handle closing your previous energy contract for you, so there is no extra paperwork. There are no fees or penalties for switching, and you are free to choose or change your supplier at any time.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) was established in 1946 following the nationalization of electricity suppliers in France. Initially granted a monopoly over electricity supply, EDF is recognized as the historical electricity supplier in France. The company’s monopoly ended in 2007 with the opening of the French electricity and gas markets to competition.

EDF is state-owned, with its entire capital held by the French government. As of 2024, the group serves approximately 41.5 million customers worldwide, employs 191,444 people, and is headquartered in Paris. EDF operates across electricity generation, distribution, and supply, as well as in natural gas distribution.

Its energy production includes nuclear, hydroelectric, renewable, and thermal sources. EDF is notably the only supplier authorized to offer France’s regulated electricity tariffs. Its activities are oriented toward residential, business, and local authority customers, both in France and internationally.