Odoo electronic invoicing in Mexico¶
Odoo Invoicing is your trusted partner for safe, efficient, and legally compliant e-invoicing solutions tailored to meet Mexico’s regulatory requirements and fully compatible with the guidelines established by the SAT.
Legal framework for e-invoicing in Mexico¶
Mexico has one of the most advanced e-invoicing systems globally, with electronic invoicing CFDI being mandatory for most taxpayers. Key elements include:
CFDI: A mandatory electronic invoice format for B2B, B2C, and B2G transactions, fully compliant with SAT requirements.
Digital tax receipt validation: All CFDIs must be digitally signed and validated by SAT-authorized PACs before issuance.
Complementos: Specific complements are required for certain transaction types, such as payroll or foreign trade.
XML Format: The XML format is mandatory, ensuring interoperability and compliance with SAT's technical standards.
Compliance with Mexican e-invoicing regulations¶
Odoo Invoicing simplifies compliance with Mexico’s e-invoicing requirements by offering tailored features:
Supported formats: Odoo supports CFDI in SAT-compliant XML formats, including all mandatory fields, digital signatures, and complements for specialized transactions.
Integration with PACs: Odoo integrates with SAT-authorized PACs to automate the validation, certification, and issuance of CFDIs, ensuring real-time compliance.
Secure storage and retrieval: In compliance with Mexico’s five-year mandatory storage requirement, Odoo provides tamper-proof archiving for easy access to invoices during audits or inspections.
Automatic tax calculation and reporting: Odoo automates tax calculations for VAT (IVA) and other applicable taxes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SAT's tax reporting standards.
Disclaimer
This page provides a general overview of Mexican e-invoicing regulations and how Odoo supports compliance with SAT requirements. It is not intended as legal or tax advice. We recommend consulting with a tax advisor or legal professional familiar with Mexico’s e-invoicing regulations to ensure compliance tailored to your specific business needs.