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Legal obligation starting September 2026

Electronic Invoicing 2026

Complete guide to prepare your Dolibarr for the electronic invoicing reform: Factur-X, PDP, timeline and compatible modules.

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What is electronic invoicing?

The electronic invoicing reform in France progressively requires all VAT-liable companies to issue and receive their invoices in structured electronic form. This obligation, initially planned for 2024, has been postponed and comes into effect from September 2026.

Factur-X

Hybrid format combining a readable PDF and a structured XML file in a PDF/A-3 document. Compliant with European standard EN 16931, it is the référence standard in France.

PDP (Partner Platform)

Private operator registered with the tax authority. The PDP ensures the transmission, verification and archiving of your electronic invoices with value-added services.

PPF (Public Portal)

Free platform operated by the French government (based on Chorus Pro). The PPF serves as a centralized directory and allows sending/receiving invoices for companies that do not wish to use a PDP.

E-invoicing and e-reporting: two distinct obligations

E-invoicing concerns invoices between VAT-liable companies in France (domestic B2B). E-reporting covers transactions not concerned by e-invoicing: sales to individuals (B2C), international operations and transactions with non-taxable operators. Both obligations come into effect simultaneously.

Reform timeline

A progressive rollout based on company size, with a réception obligation for all from September 2026.

Mandatory réception for all companies

From September 1, 2026, all VAT-liable companies must be able to receive electronic invoices, regardless of their size.

September 1, 2026

Large enterprises

Large enterprises (more than 5,000 employees or turnover > EUR 1.5 billion) must issue their invoices in electronic format. All VAT-liable companies must be able to receive electronic invoices.

September 1, 2027

Mid-size enterprises (ETI)

Mid-size enterprises (250 to 4,999 employees or turnover between EUR 50M and EUR 1.5 billion) must in turn issue electronic invoices.

September 1, 2027

SMEs and micro-enterprises

SMEs (fewer than 250 employees, turnover < EUR 50M) and micro-enterprises must also issue electronic invoices. The entire French economic fabric is then covered.

Dolibarr and electronic invoicing

Dolibarr ERP/CRM natively integrates the features needed to meet the reform requirements. Here is how your open source ERP supports you through this transition.

Native Factur-X support

Since version 17, Dolibarr generates invoices in Factur-X format (PDF/A-3 + XML EN 16931). Minimum, Basic and EN 16931 profiles are supported to cover all use cases.

PDP connectors

Connection modules allow linking Dolibarr to the main PDP platforms on the market to automate sending, receiving and tracking the status of your electronic invoices.

Integrated e-reporting

Dolibarr can generate transaction data flows (e-reporting) for B2C and international operations, complementing B2B electronic invoicing.

Dolicraft modules

Dolicraft develops complementary modules to go further: automatic validation of mandatory data, compliance dashboard, and advanced integration with PDPs.

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Préparation checklist

The essential steps to prepare your company and your Dolibarr for electronic invoicing.

1

Audit your invoicing workflow

Review your current processes for issuing and receiving invoices. Identify volumes, contacts and formats in use.

2

Choose your PDP

Select a registered Partner Dematerialization Platform (PDP) approved by the tax authority to transmit your invoices.

3

Configure Dolibarr for Factur-X

Enable Factur-X invoice generation in Dolibarr. Verify that mandatory fields (SIREN, VAT number, address) are correctly filled in.

4

Test with your partners

Run test sends and receipts of electronic invoices with your main clients and suppliers before the légal deadline.

5

Train your teams

Make sure your accounting and administrative staff are proficient with the new electronic invoicing procedures in Dolibarr.

6

Document and automate

Establish documented internal procedures and automate répétitive steps as much as possible (sending, archiving, reconciliation).

Frequently asked questions about electronic invoicing

Yes, Dolibarr natively supports the Factur-X format (EN 16931 standard) since version 17. It generates PDF/A-3 files containing the structured XML data required by the reform. Additional modules also allow connecting Dolibarr to PDP platforms for automated sending and receiving.
Factur-X is a hybrid invoice format that combines a human-readable PDF file and a machine-readable structured XML file, all embedded in a single PDF/A-3 document. It complies with the European standard EN 16931 and is recognized as a valid format for electronic invoicing in France.
The PPF (Public Invoicing Portal) is the free platform operated by the French government, based on Chorus Pro. A PDP (Partner Dematerialization Platform) is a private operator registered with the tax authority that offers additional services (ERP intégration, dashboards, légal archiving). You can choose either one to transmit your invoices.
SMEs and micro-enterprises must be able to receive electronic invoices from September 1, 2026. The obligation to issue electronic invoices applies to SMEs from September 1, 2027. We recommend starting your préparation now to avoid last-minute rush.
Dolicraft offers several modules to facilitate your compliance: automatic Factur-X invoice generation, connectors to major PDP platforms, compliance tracking dashboard, and mandatory data validation tools before sending. Check our module catalog for more details.
Yes, alongside electronic invoicing (e-invoicing), companies must also transmit transaction data (e-reporting) for operations not covered by the electronic invoice, particularly sales to individuals (B2C) and international operations. Dolibarr can generate these déclarations via dedicated modules.

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Our Dolibarr experts support you in achieving compliance for your electronic invoicing. Audit, configuration, training: we are here to help.

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