EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

EDF is France’s historic, state-owned electricity supplier and the only company allowed to offer regulated electricity tariffs. What sets EDF apart is its unique role as market leader, trusted by most households, and its exclusive ability to provide the official regulated rates.

EDF electricity offers in France in December 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

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Consumption

0.1856

€/kWh

Subscription

186

€/year

Annual budget

1244

€/year

Green electricity

Vert Electrique

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Consumption

0.1871

€/kWh

Subscription

186

€/year

Annual budget

1252

€/year

Green electricity

Vert Electrique Régional

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Consumption

0.1896

€/kWh

Subscription

186

€/year

Annual budget

1266

€/year

Fixed price

Zen Fixe

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Consumption

0.1926

€/kWh

Subscription

186

€/year

Annual budget

1284

€/year

Tarifs réglementés de l'électricité

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Consumption

0.1952

€/kWh

Subscription

186

€/year

Annual budget

1298

€/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 December 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

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Consumption

0.101

€/kWh

Subscription

296

€/year

Annual budget

1655

€/year

Avantage Gaz Optimisé

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Consumption

0.1011

€/kWh

Subscription

301

€/year

Annual budget

1661

€/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:

4.53 /5

Global rating based on 40502 reviews

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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.

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 start the process by calling EDF directly or by visiting their official website.

You’ll be asked to provide some basic information, such as your name, address, and the details of your new or existing home. Once you’ve submitted your details, EDF will take care of closing your previous contract—there are no extra steps or fees for you. This makes switching or opening a new energy contract easy and convenient for all customers.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) was founded in 1946 after the French state nationalized and unified electricity distribution. Headquartered in Paris, EDF is the historic electricity supplier in France and is wholly owned by the French government. As of 2024, the group employs over 191,000 people worldwide and supplies energy to approximately 41.5 million customers globally.

EDF is primarily active in the production, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity and gas. Its activities cover a wide range, including nuclear, hydroelectric, renewable, and thermal energy generation. EDF is also the only supplier in France authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs, a legacy of its historic monopoly.