Declaring yourself to URSSAF is an essential step for any entrepreneur wishing to carry out his business legally in France. Whether you are a micro-entrepreneur or a company manager, it is crucial to understand how this system works and what your obligations are. This article guides you through the steps and best practices to effectively manage your social security contributions.
1. Why report to URSSAF?
Urssaf is the organization that collects social contributions to finance the social protection of entrepreneurs (health insurance, pension, family allowances, etc.). The declaration and payment of these charges are mandatory for all entrepreneurs, under penalty of sanctions.
2. Who must declare their income to URSSAF?
- Micro-entrepreneurs : They must report their turnover every month or quarter.
- Self-employed workers (TNS) : Entrepreneurs in sole proprietorships or majority managers of SARL.
- Employers : Those who pay wages must declare and pay the social security contributions of their employees.
3. How do I declare my income?
For Sole Proprietors (EI)
- Log on to the official Urssaf website https://www.autoentrepreneur.urssaf.fr/portail/accueil.html or use the mobile app.
- Indicate your turnover collected during the period in question.
- Validate and pay the contributions directly online.
For the other statuses
- The declaration is made via the DSN (Nominative Social Declaration) for employers.
- Self-employed workers use the Urssaf site or their accountant.
4. Reporting frequency and deadlines
Sole proprietorships can choose between a declaration Monthly or quarterly. The reporting deadlines are available on the URSSAF website.
For businesses, social security contributions are levied according to a schedule set by the tax authorities.
5. What happens in case of an oversight or error?
- Delayed reporting : An increase may be applied.
- Error in the statement : It is possible to correct it online.
- Default of payment : URSSAF can sue for the collection of contributions.
6. Best practices to simplify the management of URSSAF
- Plan a budget for social security contributions in order to avoid surprises.
- Activate URSSAF alerts and notifications.
- Use accounting management software.
- Do not hesitate to consult an accountant if necessary.
The Urssaf declaration is an essential obligation for entrepreneurs. By adopting best practices and staying up to date with deadlines, you will avoid mistakes and penalties.
We advise you to use reminder tools in order to anticipate the next deadlines and thus always stay
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