In February, Vietnam exported US$288 million worth of goods to France, down 30.38 percent over January, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
So far this year, Vietnam has exported US$702 million worth of goods to France.
Vietnam exported US$76.36 million worth of phones to France in February. This was down from US$80.47 million in January, a change of -5.11 percent.
It also exported US$37.24 million worth of footwear to France in February. This was down from US$74.20 million in January, a change of -49.81 percent.
Vietnam exported US$28.76 million worth of computers to France in February. This was down from US$32.52 million in January, a change of -11.55 percent.
Exports of other products reached US$26.57 million in February. This was down from US$37.79 million in January, a change of -29.68 percent.
Vietnam also exported US$26.02 million worth of machine, equipment, tools and instruments to France in February. This was down from US$41.03 million in January, a change of -36.58 percent.
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Vietnam trade with France YTD
In February, Vietnam imported US$155.63 million worth of goods from France and exported US$288.19 million to France, for total trade worth US$443.82 million, and leaving a trade surplus of US$132.56 million.
Two-way trade so far this year between Vietnam and France has reached US$1,147 million, with Vietnam importing US$445 million worth of goods and exporting US$702 million worth of goods.
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Vietnam-France news
Recent developments involving the two countries include:
EU report VN fruit / veg imports pesticide residues
A February 2026 report by France’s Directorate General for Food, based on 2024 data, identified food safety risks in some fruit and vegetable imports from Vietnam.
Vietnam’s trade office in France said passion fruit recorded the highest violation rate, with 15 of 47 samples exceeding maximum residue limits, including the detection of omethoate. Read more→
Imports from France in January
In January, Vietnam imported US$290.40 million worth of goods from France, down from US$349.09 million in December, a change of -16.81 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Read more→
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Vietnam-France trade relations
Vietnam and France maintain longstanding trade relations underpinned by the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA).
The agreement has reduced tariffs across a wide range of goods, supporting growth in bilateral trade flows.
France is a key European market for Vietnamese exports, particularly in electronics, footwear, and machinery.
Vietnam imports pharmaceuticals, aerospace products, and high-value machinery from France.
Trade ties are supported by broader economic cooperation, including investment, technology transfer, and development partnerships.
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The data
Vietnam trade with France year to date February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Imports | 155.63 | 290.40 | -46.41% | 444.94 |
| Exports | 288.19 | 413.96 | -30.38% | 702.15 |
| Total | 443.82 | 704.37 | -36.99% | 1,147.09 |
| Balance | 132.56 | 123.56 | 7.28% | 257.21 |
Vietnam exports to France in February 2026 US$m
| February | January | Change | YTD | |
| Total | 288.19 | 413.96 | -30.38% | 702.15 |
| Phones | 76.36 | 80.47 | -5.11% | 156.83 |
| Footwear | 37.24 | 74.20 | -49.81% | 111.44 |
| Computers | 28.76 | 32.52 | -11.55% | 61.28 |
| Other products | 26.57 | 37.79 | -29.68% | 64.37 |
| Machine, equipment, tools and instruments | 26.02 | 41.03 | -36.58% | 67.05 |
| Textiles and garments | 23.97 | 40.93 | -41.44% | 64.90 |
| Coffee | 15.18 | 21.16 | -28.26% | 36.34 |
| Wood and wood products | 9.80 | 14.11 | -30.53% | 23.91 |
| Other means of transportation, parts and accessories thereof | 7.50 | 11.95 | -37.24% | 19.45 |
| Handbags, purses, suitcases, headgear and umbrellas | 7.24 | 12.04 | -39.90% | 19.27 |
| Fruits and vegetables | 4.45 | 5.52 | -19.27% | 9.97 |
| Fishery products | 3.25 | 5.14 | -36.75% | 8.39 |
| Plastic products | 3.12 | 5.05 | -38.07% | 8.17 |
| Cashew nut | 3.00 | 5.88 | -48.96% | 8.87 |
| Pastry, sweets and cereals products | 2.96 | 3.63 | -18.32% | 6.59 |
| Precious stones, precious metal and articles thereof | 2.48 | 5.53 | -55.12% | 8.01 |
| Toys and sporting goods | 2.36 | 2.05 | 15.03% | 4.41 |
| Bamboo and rattan products | 1.99 | 3.73 | -46.58% | 5.72 |
| Iron and steel products | 1.60 | 2.22 | -28.19% | 3.82 |
| Pepper | 1.33 | 2.60 | -48.82% | 3.94 |
| Textile and footwear materials | 1.14 | 1.36 | -16.26% | 2.50 |
| Rubber products | 0.73 | 1.31 | -44.13% | 2.04 |
| Insulated wires and cables | 0.45 | 0.72 | -37.29% | 1.17 |
| Ceramic products | 0.36 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 2.09 |
| Rice | 0.27 | 0.36 | -25.62% | 0.62 |
| Rubber | 0.04 | 0.96 | -95.46% | 1.00 |