These are two different questions. The payment funds end-of-life management; the authorised representative answers the question of who carries the obligation on French territory. Since 10 July 2026, a person not established in France must appoint a responsible party there who can be reached, whether or not fees are up to date. Your PRO is asking because it cannot maintain your membership without that link.
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