E-invoicing in France

Electronic invoicing in France is mandatory for transactions with public bodies and will soon be mandatory for all transactions between private companies.

France

Shipping method

  • Chorus Pro

Invoice format

  • Peppol BIS 3.0
  • CII
  • Factur-X

Compulsory sending

  • B2G
  • B2B (coming soon)
  • Fiscal reporting (coming soon)

Legislation:

  • January 2020: Mandatory use of electronic invoicing for all companies in transactions with the public administration.

Important dates

September 2026
Start of the obligation of electronic invoicing between private companies (B2B), for large and medium-sized companies. Tax reporting will also be implemented.
September 2027
Start of the obligation of electronic invoicing between private companies (B2B), for small businesses. Tax reporting will also be implemented.