EDF : electricity and gas supplier in France

EDF is France’s historic electricity supplier and the only company allowed to offer regulated electricity tariffs. Its unique feature: with over two-thirds of households as clients, EDF stands out for its long-standing public status and its role as the market’s main reference point.

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

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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 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

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Consumption

0.101

€/kWh

Subscription

296

€/year

Annual budget

1655

€/year

Avantage Gaz Optimisé

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Consumption

0.1018

€/kWh

Subscription

301

€/year

Annual budget

1671

€/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 39959 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. You can start the process either by calling their customer service number or by visiting the EDF website.

During signup, you’ll need to provide basic information such as your name, address, the type of energy you need (electricity, gas, or both), and your contact details. Once you've signed up, EDF will handle all the necessary steps to close your previous contract with your former supplier, so you don’t have to take any extra actions yourself.

Who is EDF ?

EDF (Électricité de France) is a French electricity and gas supplier founded in 1946, following the nationalization and merging of multiple electricity distributors into a single entity. Headquartered in Paris, EDF has historically been the main electricity supplier in France and remains the only company authorized to offer regulated electricity tariffs set by public authorities.

EDF serves around 41.5 million customers (2024) and employs more than 119,000 people. Its activities include electricity generation, distribution, trading, and supply, as well as gas supply. EDF is majorly active in nuclear power generation but is also involved in renewables, hydro, and energy efficiency initiatives. The company is fully owned by the French State as of June 2023.