France: eInvoicing

France: Mandatory eInvoicing & eReporting

Starting in 2026, France introduces mandatory eInvoicing and eReporting for all VAT-registered businesses. This applies to every business operating in France and goes beyond just sending structured invoices. It includes real-time invoice tracking, status updates, and government reporting.

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What needs to change?

From 2026, traditional PDF or paper invoices are no longer compliant. You must:

✅ Send and receive eInvoices via a certified PDP
✅ Use structured XML formats (UBL, CII, Factur-X)
✅ Report invoice lifecycle updates (issued, received, paid, rejected)
✅ Set up eReporting for non-domestic or B2C flows

France’s eInvoicing model

France follows a centralised model using a network of certified PDPs (not Peppol). Your eInvoices must go through a PDP, which communicates with the French tax authority. All transaction and status data must be reported in real time.

This is not just about format, it’s about full traceability and transparency.

How we could help you

NORA keeps you ready

NORA is Pincvision’s central compliance engine built for eInvoicing, eReporting and transactional VAT obligations.

One integration with your ERP. Multi-country support and fully future-proof.

With NORA, you get:
✅ Seamless eInvoice exchange via certified PDPs
✅ Full format support: UBL, CII, Factur-X
✅ Automated reporting flows (including lifecycle status updates)
✅ Real-time validation, tracking & audit trail
✅ Expansion-ready: add Belgium, Italy, Poland or UAE with no extra ERP work

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FAQ

• Is this mandatory?
  Yes. All businesses operating in France — including foreign entities with a French VAT registration — must comply.
• What if I don’t have a PDP yet?
  We’ll help you choose and connect to one. NORA works with certified providers.
• Which formats are accepted?
  UBL 2.1, UN/CEFACT CII and Factur-X (structured XML and hybrid formats).
• How does eReporting work?
  Certain transactions (cross-border B2B, B2C) must be reported directly to the French tax authority. Including invoice lifecycle stages
  

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