The generalization of electronic invoicing in France for businesses, planned for mid-2024 but ultimately postponed, could wait several years. Indeed, according to a document that Acxias has obtained, the new calendar currently under study by the General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) provides for a start in March 2026, in two or three phases which could extend into 2027. response, observers and experts on the subject believe that a postponement of “18 or 24 months carries a very high risk of suspension of projects and demobilization”, even though many investments have already been made. To accelerate and avoid the well-known “tunnel effect”, they suggest a gradual entry into the functional scope by desynchronizing the “e-invoicing” (electronic invoicing) and e-reporting (transmission of transaction data) components, and deployment from 2025, without the Public Billing Portal (PPF) whose developmental delays would be one of the main reasons for the postponement.
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The long-awaited generalization of electronic invoicing in France for companies, initially planned for mid-2024, has experienced a shake-up in its schedule, and it seems that companies will have to wait several more years before its implementation. According to information obtained by Acxias, the General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) is currently developing a new timetable setting the start of this transition for March 2026. This new plan would be implemented in two or three phases, potentially extending until to the year 2027.
This announcement has raised concerns among observers and experts in the field, who fear that this 18 to 24 month postponement will be accompanied by a significant risk of suspension of ongoing projects and demobilization of the actors involved. It is important to note that many companies have already invested considerable resources in preparing for this transition, and any further delays could jeopardize their efforts.
In order to speed up the process, some voices suggest a more progressive approach by desynchronizing the “e-invoicing” (electronic invoicing) and “e-reporting” (transmission of transaction data) components. This approach would allow faster deployment from 2025, despite delays in the development of the Public Billing Portal (PPF), which are one of the main reasons for the current postponement. In the meantime, the future of electronic invoicing in France remains uncertain, and businesses will need to remain vigilant to adapt to the coming changes, while hoping that the authorities will put in place a solid plan for a smooth transition to this new billing method.