✨ At Candosa, we make starting your business easy — but for certain artisanal activities, you must prove your skills before you can get your SIRET. Here’s everything you need to know!
❓ What is an artisanal activity?
An activity is considered artisanal if it involves manual craftsmanship and is usually performed independently.
It falls under the supervision of the Chambre des Métiers et de l’Artisanat (CMA).
Common examples:
Construction (plumbing, masonry, electricity, painting…)
Personal services (hairdressing, beauty, massage)
Manufacturing (jewelry, furniture, textiles…)
Repairs (cars, household appliances…)
👉 If your activity is artisanal, you must prove your qualifications for the CMA to approve your registration.
📋 Full list of artisanal activities requiring mandatory qualification
Here are the main activities where proof of qualification is required:
🛠️ Construction:
Plumber
Heating specialist
Electrician
Mason
Tiler
Roofer
Building painter
Carpenter
Locksmith
Plasterer
Woodworker
Flooring/wall installer
Landscaper (for green spaces creation/maintenance)
🚗 Repair:
Car mechanic
Two-wheeler repairer
Car body repairer
Vehicle inspection controller
💇♂️ Personal services:
Hairdresser
Beautician
Nail technician
Barber
🖐️ Manufacturing / Craft:
Jeweler
Watchmaker
Upholsterer
Ceramicist
Cabinetmaker
Tailor / Dressmaker
⚡️ Others:
Specialized industrial cleaner
Alarm system installer
(Based on CMA official listing — subject to updates)
🧐 Why is proof of qualification required?
The reasons are clear:
✔️ Protect customers by ensuring service quality.
✔️ Value the skills of French artisans.
French law requires proof of professional ability for regulated professions.
✍️ How can you prove your qualifications?
To complete your registration, you must provide one of the following:
✅ A recognized diploma (CAP, BEP, Bac Pro, etc.)
OR
✅ Proof of 3 years of professional experience in the relevant field
OR
✅ Commitment to recruit:
If you lack a diploma or sufficient experience, you can sign a Commitment to Recruit someone qualified within 3 years after your registration.
🔥 What if I have no diploma or experience yet?
Don’t worry! You can still launch your micro-entreprise by:
👉 Signing a Commitment to Recruit, directly through your Candosa registration.
This allows you to:
Start your activity immediately
Regularize your situation later by hiring a qualified person
📌 Important: this commitment is official and legally binding.
📝 Quick Summary
Situation | What to do |
Diploma in the field | ✅ Provide a copy |
3 years of proven experience | ✅ Provide employment proof, payslips… |
No diploma nor experience | ✅ Sign a Commitment to Recruit |
🛎️ Need help?
Not sure about your situation?
The Candosa team is here to guide you at every step! 🚀
👉 Reach out via chat or email anytime.