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Formats
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ZUGFeRD 2.x
Hybrid format: a regular PDF with embedded XML data. Recipients can read the invoice and process it automatically. Prepared for required invoice fields and e-invoice formats based on EN 16931.
- PDF + XML in one document
- E-invoice format based on EN 16931
- Automatically generated from every invoice
XRechnung
Pure XML format based on EN 16931. Mandatory for invoices to many public contracting authorities. No PDF – only machine-readable data.
- Mandatory for B2G (Business-to-Government)
- Pure XML, no PDF
- Validation integrated
Factur-X
The German-French counterpart to ZUGFeRD. Technically identical, but distributed under a different name in France. Ideal for EU business partners.
Peppol
European e-invoicing network. Invoices are sent and received via certified access points – similar to email, but for invoices.
Timeline
What applies when?
Receipt Mandate
All companies must be able to receive e-invoices.
Sending Mandate (Large)
Companies with prior-year revenue exceeding EUR 800,000 must send e-invoices.
Sending Mandate (All)
All companies must send e-invoices in the B2B sector.
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