Odoo electronic invoicing in France¶
Odoo Invoicing is your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and legally compliant e-invoicing solutions tailored to France’s regulatory standards.
Legal framework for e-invoicing in France¶
In France, electronic invoicing is regulated by the Ordonnance n° 2019-359, which is aligned with EU Directive 2014/55/EU, and requires mandatory B2G e-invoicing through the Chorus Pro platform. Starting in 2024, B2B e-invoicing will be progressively implemented, becoming mandatory for all businesses by 2026. This reform aims to combat tax fraud, improve VAT collection, and enhance business transparency. The Factur-X hybrid format (a combination of PDF and XML data) is widely used in France, ensuring compliance with both local and European e-invoicing standards.
Compliance with French e-invoicing regulations¶
Odoo Invoicing makes it easy for businesses to send, store, and ensure the integrity of their invoices. Here is how Odoo ensures compliance:
Supported formats: Odoo supports the Factur-X hybrid format (PDF with embedded XML) required for compliance with French e-invoicing standards. It is also compatible with UBL XML for transactions via the Peppol network, facilitating both local and international invoicing. Odoo enables businesses, through Chorus Pro France’s official e-invoicing platform, to submit compliant e-invoices directly to public authorities and soon to private sector recipients as B2B e-invoicing becomes mandatory.
Secure storage and retrieval: In compliance with French regulations, which require invoices to be stored for a minimum of 10 years, Odoo securely archives all invoices in a tamper-proof system, ensuring easy access for audits and inspections.
Automatic VAT calculation and reporting: Odoo Invoicing automates VAT calculations, ensuring invoices meet French VAT requirements and are formatted correctly for both B2G and B2B transactions, supporting seamless compliance with evolving standards.
Disclaimer
This page provides an overview of French e-invoicing laws and how Odoo Invoicing supports compliance with the Chorus Pro platform, Factur-X standard, Peppol network, and other relevant regulations. It does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with a tax advisor or legal professional familiar with French e-invoicing regulations to ensure compliance tailored to your specific business needs.