EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

EDF is France’s historic, state-owned energy supplier and the only provider that can offer regulated electricity tariffs. Its unique position: most French households remain with EDF, making it the country’s largest electricity and gas provider by far.

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 49089 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 straightforward and free of charge. You can either call their customer service number or visit the EDF website to start the process.

To open a contract, you'll need to provide some basic details, such as your full name, address, and information about your home. EDF will handle closing your previous energy contract, so there’s no need to contact your former supplier yourself. This makes switching to EDF quick and uncomplicated.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) was founded in 1946 following the nationalization of electricity distributors by the French State. Historically, EDF held a monopoly on electricity supply in France until the market opened to competition in 2007. As of 2024, the company employs around 119,444 people and serves approximately 26.6 million customers for electricity and gas combined.

Key distinguishing feature: EDF remains the only supplier authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs in France. The company is fully owned by the French State and is based in Paris. EDF is one of the largest electricity suppliers in Europe, with annual sales of €118.7 billion in 2024.

Activities: EDF is active across the entire electricity value chain, including production, transportation, distribution, trading, and supply. It operates in electricity generation—especially nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewable sources—as well as natural gas supply for residential and professional customers.