Odoo electronic invoicing in Brazil¶
Odoo Invoicing is your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and legally compliant e-invoicing solutions tailored to meet Brazil’s regulatory standards and compatible with the requirements set forth by the Secretaria da Fazenda (SEFAZ).
Legal framework for e-invoicing in Brazil¶
In Brazil, e-invoicing is highly regulated and mandatory for most businesses to ensure tax compliance and transparency. The key regulations governing e-invoicing include:
NF-e: A mandatory e-invoice for goods and services used in B2B and B2G transactions.
CT-e: Specific to freight and logistics services.
NFS-e: Issued for service-based transactions, with implementation varying by municipality.
Integration with SEFAZ: Every electronic invoice must be authorized by SEFAZ and issued with a unique authorization code (Autorização de Uso).
Compliance with Brazilian e-invoicing regulations¶
Odoo Invoicing simplifies the process of adhering to Brazil’s complex e-invoicing regulations, offering features designed to ensure compliance:
Supported formats: Odoo supports Brazil’s authorized e-invoice formats, including NF-e for goods and services compliant with SEFAZ, NFS-e customizable for municipal requirements, CT-e for logistics and transportation, and digital PDF invoices with SEFAZ authorization codes and QR codes.
Secure storage and retrieval: Complying with Brazil’s five-year storage requirement, Odoo offers tamper-proof archiving for easy retrieval during audits or inspections.
Automatic tax calculation and reporting: Odoo automates tax calculations for ICMS, IPI, and ISS, ensuring compliance with regional tax rules and generating reports compatible with SEFAZ and municipal requirements.
Disclaimer
This page provides a general overview of Brazilian e-invoicing laws and how Odoo’s invoicing module supports compliance with SEFAZ regulations. It is not intended as legal advice. We recommend consulting with a tax advisor or legal professional familiar with Brazilian e-invoicing regulations to ensure compliance tailored to your specific business needs.