SIRET code


The SIRET code, or SIRET number, is an INSEE code which allows the geographic identification of any French establishment or business.

Construction

This 14-figure numerical identifier is split into two parts:
For example, 732 829 320 00074 would refer to the seventh establishment of the business with SIREN number 732 829 320.

Notable exceptions

SIRET is not always a simple 14-digit number. In certain geographic areas like Monaco, it can also be a series of alphanumeric characters, for example, MONACOCONFO001.

Calculating a valid code

The SIRET number's check digit that verifies the validity of the SIRET number. It is calculated using the Luhn formula.