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Retention periods may vary. Always consult legal counsel for specific situations.
5 categories
5 mandatory
Max: 50 years
Customer Data
Mandatory3 years
Customer records, purchase history
Legal: CNIL Guidelines, Consumer Code
Accounting Records
Mandatory10 years
Invoices, accounting documents
Legal: Commercial Code Article L123-22
Personnel Files
Mandatory50 years
min: 5
Employment records, contracts, payslips
Legal: Labor Code, Social Security Code
Video Surveillance
Mandatory1 months
CCTV recordings in public/private spaces
Legal: CNIL Recommendation, Internal Security Code
Medical Records
Mandatory20 years
min: 10
Patient medical files
Legal: Public Health Code
France's retention requirements with other countries.
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