Mandatory e-Invoicing: How to prepare your business for 2026

By September 1, 2026, electronic invoicing will become mandatory for all businesses. This reform aims to modernise trade while improving the traceability and security of transactions. Here's what you need to know to make the transition a smooth one.

1. The transition in stages: what it means for your business 📅

Starting in 2026, all businesses will have to adopt electronic invoicing for their commercial exchanges. This legislative evolution requires substantial changes, in particular the use of approved platforms for issuing and receiving invoices. To prepare effectively, it's crucial to understand the steps you need to take.

2. How do you prepare now? 🚀

Here are the essential actions to take to ensure a smooth transition to electronic invoicing:

• Choosing a partner dematerialization platform (PDP) 🛡️
  Select a platform approved by the tax administration that meets your needs: reliability, compatibility with your internal systems, processing capacity, etc. This platform will be essential for managing your invoice exchanges.
• Adapt your internal processes 🔄
  Revise your billing flows to integrate the use of the dematerialization platform. Make sure your teams are ready to manage the new ways of issuing and receiving electronic invoices.
• Update your accounting tools 💻
  Verify that your accounting and invoice management software is compatible with electronic invoicing. Ensure that they can transmit the necessary information to authorized platforms in accordance with tax requirements.
• Train your employees 📚
  Setting up electronic invoicing will require training for your teams. This training will focus on managing the new mandatory information to be included on invoices and on best practices in terms of securing exchanges.

3. Securing and maintaining invoices 🛡️

The authenticity of invoices will now be guaranteed by a qualified electronic stamp, which is essential for validating each invoice. It is also important to note that you will have to keep all your electronic invoices for a period of 6 years, ensuring their integrity and legibility, in accordance with current tax rules.

Why anticipate today?

Preparation is the key to avoiding any risk of delay or non-compliance when the time comes. By anticipating the implementation of electronic invoicing, you ensure a smooth transition and avoid administrative complications that may arise.

Start preparing your business for a successful transition to e-invoicing today.