The e-invoicing reform is being implemented progressively between 2026 and 2027. It directly impacts your document management system. Here's what you need to know and how to prepare.
Reform timeline
| Date | Obligation | Companies affected |
|---|---|---|
| Sept 1, 2026 | Mandatory reception | All companies |
| Sept 1, 2026 | Mandatory issuance | Large enterprises + Mid-market |
| Sept 1, 2027 | Mandatory issuance | SMEs and micro-enterprises |
Technical requirements
- Certified Dematerialization Platforms (PDP)
- Structured formats: Factur-X, UBL, CII
- Evidential archiving (minimum 10 years)
- Transmission via Chorus Pro or certified PDP
- Mandatory reliable audit trail
Compliant DMS solutions
| DMS Solution | Factur-X | PDP | Legal archiving | Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yooz | Yes | PDP Partner | Yes | Complete |
| Zeendoc | Yes | Via partners | NF Z42-013 | Complete |
| DocuWare | Yes | Via connectors | Yes | Complete |
| Doxis | Yes | Via partners | Yes | Complete |
| NeoLedge | Yes | Via partners | Certified | Complete |
3 mistakes to avoid
1. Waiting until the last moment
Compliance requires 3 to 6 months of deployment. Companies that wait until September 2026 risk delays and penalties.
2. Neglecting archiving
Electronic invoices must be archived in an evidential format for 10 years. Simple server storage is not sufficient.
3. Forgetting ERP integration
Your DMS must communicate with your ERP to automate the complete cycle. Without integration, you lose 80% of the benefits of dematerialization.
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