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E-invoicing 2026: Everything Your Business Needs to Know

From 1 September 2026, e-invoicing will gradually become mandatory for all VAT-registered businesses in France. It is essential to anticipate this reform and ensure that your company is ready in time. Download our free infographic at the end of the article to learn about the key steps and prepare effectively.

What is e-invoicing?

The e-invoicing reform aims to modernise and secure the exchange of invoices between companies. From 2026 onwards, all businesses will be required to:

  • Receive invoices via a certified digital platform (PDP – Plateforme de Dématérialisation Partenaire).
  • issue invoices in standardised electronic formats (Factur-X, UBL or CII);
  • declare certain transactions to the tax authorities via e-reporting.

Timeline to follow:

September 1, 2026: mandatory receipt of e-invoices.

September 1, 2027: full compliance – issuance, transmission, and declaration of all relevant transactions (B2B, B2C, cross-border)..

Who is affected?

All VAT-registered businesses in France, regardless of their size or the sector in which they operate, must comply. This includes:

  • SMEs and micro-businesses
  • Subsidiaries of foreign groups
  • Self-employed professionals
  • Large corporations

How can the Coffra group support you?

Our team of accounting and legal experts is ready to guide you through the transition.

  • mapping your invoicing processes and needs
  • selecting the right PDP for your business
  • updating your billing data (master data);
  • adapting your tools (invoicing software, digital signatures, archiving, etc.).
  • managing administrative tasks related to invoicing.

Download our free infographic now to get a clear visual of each step in the reform

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