European Union
Digital accessibility in France
RGAA, the 2005 law and the European Accessibility Act.
In France, the accessibility of digital services is governed by article 47 of the law of 11 February 2005 and, since 28 June 2025, by the transposition of the European Accessibility Act. RGAA is the reference method for assessing compliance.
Key facts
- Standard
- RGAA, 106 criteria
- Legislation
- Law of 11 February 2005, article 47, and European Accessibility Act
- Who is affected
- Public sector, companies with a turnover above €250 million, organisations covered by the EAA
- Language
- French
What the law requires
- Publish an accessibility statement for each service
- Display the compliance status on the home page: not, partially or fully compliant
- Adopt a multi-year accessibility plan and annual action plans
- Provide a way to report an accessibility issue
- State the enforcement procedure, including the Défenseur des droits
RGAA
The General Accessibility Improvement Framework, published by the French interministerial digital directorate (DINUM), turns WCAG requirements into 106 criteria and precise tests. It is the grid used to establish the compliance rate of your services.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
The law provides for financial penalties, in particular where there is no accessibility statement or compliance notice. Litigation and reputational risks come on top.
Are mobile apps covered?
Yes. The obligations cover websites, intranets, mobile apps and software packages, which are assessed with RGAA.
Is an SME affected?
It may be under the EAA if it sells products or services that are covered. Micro-enterprises providing services, with fewer than 10 employees and a turnover or balance sheet of no more than €2 million, are exempt.