GERMANY
E-INVOICING

Latest update Dec 31st , 2024

On this page you will learn more on e-Invoicing in Germany

Delve into the compliance standards, unravel the e-Invoicing framework and infrastructure.

Note: the Country Profile below is focused on the current e-Invoicing and e-Reporting obligations.

Status: 🟢 Live

On March 22, 2024, the German Federal Council approved the Growth Opportunities Act, which includes a compulsory plan for the implementation of electronic invoicing

Covered by DT: 🟢 Yes

Scope

B2B eInvoicing for taxable persons established in Germany

Adoption timeline

Jan 2025: buyers are obliged to be able to receive e-invoices EN-compliant (without buyer consent)
Jan 2027: businesses with turnover > EUR 800k are no longer allowed to issue non-EN-compliant invoices
Jan 2028: remaining businesses

Model

INTEROPERABILITY MODEL

Format

EN-compliant format or ZUGFeRD 2.0 and xRechnung

Archiving

It is mandatory to store the invoice for 8 years

External references:

BMI – Bundesministerium des Innern [link]
Draft guideline, detailing the upcoming B2B e-invoicing mandate, published by the german Minestry of Finance – [link]

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Current situation

B2G eInvoicing

From April 18, 2019, Business-to-Government (B2G) invoicing has been mandated in compliance with the European Directive 2014/55/EU according to the following timeline

April 18th, 2019: B2G e-invoicing mandatory for receiving at national level.
April 18th, 2020 : B2G e-invoicing mandatory for receiving at regional and communal level.
November 27th, 2020: B2G e-invoicing mandatory for sending at federal level.

The used format is XRechnung, while there is different exchange platforms, both at a national (ZRE and OZG RE platforms) and a federal level.

Our webinars on e-Invoicing

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Global E-invoicing: what’s new?
March 2nd, 2023

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FAQ

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:08+02:00

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

Electronic invoicing has become mandatory in an increasing number of countries worldwide. This trend is motivated by the need to increase tax transparency, reduce tax evasion, and improve the efficiency of business operations. Additionally, electronic invoicing serves as a driver of innovation for businesses locally, promoting digitization and automation of administrative processes. Digital Technologies, with its advanced platform, stays updated on these regulatory developments, ensuring that your company remains compliant with the laws in force in every part of the world.

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In which countries is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:16+02:00

In which countries is electronic invoicing mandatory?

Electronic invoicing is mandatory in many countries, but regulations can vary significantly from one state to another. Many countries have implemented stringent regulations, each with specific requirements regarding models, formats, and transmission requirements. This fragmentation makes managing electronic invoices complex for companies operating internationally. The Digital Technologies platform is designed to be globally compliant, supporting your company in managing electronic invoices in any country where you operate, ensuring maximum compliance at all times.

To learn about the specific regulations of each country, visit our Electronic Invoicing Radar.

How does electronic invoicing work?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:24+02:00

How does electronic invoicing work?

Electronic invoicing involves the generation, sending, receiving, and storing of invoices in digital format, according to specific technical and regulatory standards, which vary from country to country. The Digital Technologies platform simplifies this process, automating the creation and sending of compliant invoices, reducing errors, and improving the operational efficiency of your company. With Digital Technologies, you can entrust the entire process to a single provider who handles invoice transmission in compliance with current regulations, thereby eliminating complexity and administrative burden.

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When is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:06:43+02:00

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

Electronic invoicing has become mandatory in an increasing number of countries worldwide. This trend is motivated by the need to increase tax transparency, reduce tax evasion, and improve the efficiency of business operations. Additionally, electronic invoicing serves as a driver of innovation for businesses locally, promoting digitization and automation of administrative processes. Digital Technologies, with its advanced platform, stays updated on these regulatory developments, ensuring that your company remains compliant with the laws in force in every part of the world.

Visit our Electronic Invoicing Radar to stay updated on international regulations and news regarding e-Invoicing and e-Reporting.

GERMANY
E-INVOICING

On this page you will learn more on e-Invoicing in Germany

Our webinars on e-Invoicing

Global E-invoicing: what’s new?

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When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

In which countries is electronic invoicing mandatory?

How does electronic invoicing work?

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

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On this page you will learn more on e-Invoicing in Germany

Our webinars on e-Invoicing

Global E-invoicing: what’s new?

FAQ

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

In which countries is electronic invoicing mandatory?

How does electronic invoicing work?

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?

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