Our bilingual legal team helps businesses and individuals collect overdue payments across France.
Recover your unpaid invoices quickly through France’s fastest court procedure.
The Injonction de Payer (Payment Order) is a powerful, accelerated legal process that allows creditors to obtain an enforceable court order without a hearing for clear, undisputed debts. It is ideal for unpaid invoices, B2B contracts, commercial debts, rent arrears, service payments, or personal loans — especially when speed is essential.
We assist international companies, SMEs, landlords, and private clients in obtaining and enforcing Payment Orders anywhere in France.
While the procedure seems simple, success depends on drafting a legally complete and persuasive petition. Errors or missing evidence frequently lead to rejection — especially for foreign creditors.
We first verify that your claim qualifies for the fast-track payment order procedure.
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Goal: confirm eligibility and prepare a strong petition.
We prepare a compelling, fully compliant application that maximizes your chances of approval.
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Most decisions are issued within 4–8 weeks depending on the court.
Once the judge accepts your petition
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After this period, the order becomes fully enforceable.
When the debtor does not pay voluntarily, we launch full enforcement actions.
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We can enforce Payment Orders from France and foreign creditors.
Starting at 1,450 € HT + success fee → Petition, filing, monitoring, and obtaining enforceable order
From 850 € HT + success fee → Bank seizure, receivables, goods seizure, coordination with bailiffs
From 2,900 € HT + success fee → Full representation until judgment
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A payment order (Injonction de Payer) is a legal procedure that allows a creditor to request a court to order the debtor to pay a debt without going through lengthy litigation. It is a fast and simplified process, often used for undisputed monetary claims.
The Injonction de Payer process is typically used for:
The debt must be certain, due, and liquid (clearly defined in amount).
The process starts by the creditor filing a request for a payment order with the court. If the court accepts the application:
The procedure is typically quicker and less formal than full litigation.
The creditor must provide:
Accurate and complete documentation increases the likelihood of the court issuing the payment order.
Send us your unpaid invoices and documents, and our lawyers will review your case at no cost.
You receive a clear recovery evaluation and an initial debtor check within 48 hours.
Our lawyers review your contracts and terms to add protective clauses—retention of title, penalties, guarantees—so you avoid future non-payment.
Strengthen your legal framework before issues arise.
The payment order is typically issued within a few weeks of filing the request, as the process is designed to be quick and efficient. However, this depends on the court’s workload and the complexity of the case.
Yes, the debtor has 30 days to oppose the payment order. If they do, the case moves into full litigation. The debtor must present valid defenses or reasons why the debt should not be paid. Common reasons for opposition include:
If no opposition is filed, the order becomes enforceable.
Once the payment order is enforceable:
This process ensures that the creditor can recover the owed amount.
Yes, but the process differs. For international debts:
The process is more complex for foreign debts but still possible under French law.
We offer a comprehensive range of debt collection services designed to recover outstanding payments efficiently and professionally. From amicable settlement negotiations and formal demand letters to legal recovery actions and enforcement proceedings, our team has the experience and resources to manage all aspects of the debt recovery process while maintaining strong client relationships.
