In France, the price of every pack is the result of a strict pact between manufacturers and the state: companies propose, but customs and government decide. Once validated, the price is identical in every tobacconist, with no discounts, no promotions, no “good deals.” Around 75–80% of what you pay is tax, barely 15% goes to the manufacturer, and about 8–10% to the tobacconist. On 1 January 2026, a new increase pushed most packs to around €12.50–€13, with cheap brands almost wiped out. Cartons now easily reach €250–€390, while a 30 g pouch of rolling tobacco costs up to nearly €19.
Price per pack of cigarettes: tax, margin and increase
