French e-invoicing mandate
Everything you need to know about the upcoming e-invoicing mandate in France, what changes to expect and how to prepare.
What does the French e-invoicing mandate mean for businesses?
B2G e-invoicing has been mandatory in France since 2017 and now the French Tax Authority (DGFIP) have announced their intention to mandate countrywide e-invoicing and e-reporting. The proposed start date for the transition is 1 September 2026, with a pilot phase expected to start in 2025. France aims to reduce the VAT gap of about EUR 13 billion, help businesses decrease their invoice and payment processing expenses, and enhance overall productivity in compliance with Chorus Pro through this digital reform.
Timeline for B2B e-invoicing in France
2025
Expected start of pilot phase.
1 September 2026
All taxpayers must be able to receive e-invoices. Mandatory for large and medium-sized companies to issue e-invoices and do e-reporting.
1 September 2027
Mandatory for small enterprises to issue e-invoices and do e-reporting.
Note: This timeline may be postponed by one quarter without Parliament's approval.
Expert guide: Top 5 ways to prepare for the French e-invoicing mandate (updated!)
New guidance now added following the announcement of a new expected timeline!
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Webinar: E-invoicing in France - Ensuring full compliance
Explore the implementation timeline, recent developments, technical specifications, strategies for overcoming common challenges and latest updates.
Why choose Pagero as your service provider?
Our easy-to-integrate solutions help organizations of all sizes automate purchase-to-pay and order-to-cash processes while ensuring compliance with e-invoicing and e-reporting requirements in France and over 140 other countries. Contact us to prepare your company with the right tools to become and remain compliant with e-invoicing regulations while boosting business growth.
FAQ about the e-invoicing mandate in France
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