EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

EDF is the historic electricity supplier in France and remains the only company offering regulated electricity tariffs. Its unique position as a state-owned provider and its extensive customer base set it apart on the French market.

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 49077 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 entirely free. Simply visit the EDF website or call their customer service number to begin the process.

You will need to provide a few details, such as your name, address, and information about your home or meter. Once you have submitted your information, EDF will handle ending your previous contract for you, so you do not need to contact your old supplier separately.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) was created in 1946 following the nationalisation of electricity distributors in France. The company remains fully owned by the French State and is headquartered in Paris. EDF is the historical electricity supplier for the majority of French households. As of 2024, EDF employed more than 119,000 people and recorded €118.7 billion in revenue.

EDF is active across the entire electricity value chain: generation, distribution, transmission, trading, and supply. Its activities cover both electricity and natural gas for residential and business customers. EDF operates a diverse energy mix, including nuclear, hydropower, renewables, and thermal power in France and internationally.

EDF is the only supplier authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs (Tarif Réglementé de Vente) in most of France. According to the French energy regulator (CRE), approximately 69% of residential sites are customers of EDF and local distribution entities.