The French jewelry book of police: obligations and digital management
In France, the “livre de police” records purchases, sales, receipts and deliveries of precious-metal articles for professionals within scope. GemFlow helps centralize this French register with workshop and store activity; it does not extend the French obligation to other countries.
What the French rules provide
French Customs explains that, subject to statutory exceptions, professionals holding relevant materials or articles must keep a register. Exact scope depends on the activity. Official source: https://www.douane.gouv.fr/demarche/tenir-un-livre-de-police
- Initialled paper register
- Secure software
- Accounting records under applicable conditions
No registration or approval by French Customs
French Customs states that the register is neither registered nor approved by the customs administration. Digital software supports organization; it does not validate entries or replace professional responsibility.
Connect workshop, store and materials
GemFlow groups the French register with raw materials, presentation stock, orders and work orders. Hallmarking summaries, authenticity certificates and after-sales files add operational context.
- One shared source
- Movements easier to retrieve
- History connected to operations
03 Aug 2026
regulatory information checked
Source: https://www.douane.gouv.fr/demarche/tenir-un-livre-de-police
Frequently asked questions
Who is within scope?
Professionals holding the relevant materials or articles as part of their activity, subject to statutory exceptions. Check your situation against the official French source.
Can the register be digital?
French Customs lists secure software among the available formats, under the applicable conditions.
Is GemFlow approved by French Customs?
No. French Customs states that the register is neither registered nor approved. GemFlow helps organize the information.
Can workshop and store records be connected?
GemFlow centralizes both environments with materials and related operations.
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