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:
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✔ 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.