E-Invoicing in France
Prepare your business for mandatory e-invoicing with Melasoft
France is entering a new era of mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting and every VAT registered business will be affected. Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or a global enterprise, compliance is not optional.
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With e-invoicing compliance experience in 30+ countries, Melasoft is actively preparing to become a certified PDP, offering a reliable SAP integrated solution to help your business meet France’s new invoicing and reporting obligations with ease.
Compliance Timeline at a Glance
* All businesses must receive e-invoices from September 2026. * E-reporting is also required for B2C and international transactions
Already Invoicing the Public Sector (B2G)?
Then you're already using Chorus Pro — but that’s just part of the puzzle.
Today
Chorus Pro for B2G only
Standalone B2G system
Starting 2026+
Chorus Pro becomes PPF (central data hub)
​Integrated with the broader B2B network
You'll still use Chorus Pro for B2G invoices, but for B2B transactions, you'll need a certified PDP connection. Melasoft supports both B2G and B2B flows seamlessly.
Who’s in Scope?
If you're VAT-registered in France you're included.
In Scope:
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Domestic B2B invoices
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Cross-border transactions (e-reporting only)
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B2C sales (e-reporting only)
Out of Scope:
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VAT-exempt sectors (e.g., healthcare, education)
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Non-invoiced B2C transactions (e.g., retail cash sales)
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Micro-entrepreneurs below the VAT threshold (unless opted in)
How Will E-Invoices Be Exchanged?
France uses a 5-Corner Model — meaning every invoice must pass through certified, traceable channels.
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The Invoice Flow:
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Your system (ERP, accounting, etc.)
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Your certified PDP (Partner Dematerialization Platform)
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Buyer’s PDP
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Buyer’s system
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DGFiP (Tax Authority) via the PPF (Public Invoicing Portal)
You can no longer email PDFs or send paper invoices — everything must flow through this infrastructure.
How Melasoft Helps You Get Ready
Melasoft supports companies of all sizes in preparing for France’s upcoming e-invoicing and e-reporting requirements with:
✔ Factur-X, UBL, and CII format support
✔ ERP & accounting system integrations
✔ Built-in e-reporting tools
✔ Secure archiving and audit-ready trails
✔ EU-ready & ViDA-compliant
✔ ISO 27001-certified infrastructure
✔ SAP Partner with global Add-Ons
✔ Actively preparing for PDP certification
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Move forward with a trusted partner that turns complex requirements into seamless processes.