This blog was last updated on August 28, 2026
With the pilot phase of France’s e-invoicing reform fast approaching, we’re prepared to support businesses every step of the way. As a global provider of tax compliance solutions and a trusted technology partner, we’re ready to help companies navigate the upcoming transition with confidence.
Preparing for a Milestone Year
The French B2B e-invoicing reform is set to begin its pilot phase in February 2026, and we’re fully prepared to support companies during this critical stage.
With less than a year to go before the phased implementation of the mandate, we’re anticipating the needs of both French and international businesses operating in France. Our solution is complete, interoperable, and aligned with the latest specifications published by the French tax authority (DGFiP) and the AFNOR Commission.
A Pilot Phase Starting in February 2026
According to Article 91 of the 2024 Finance Law, the obligation to receive electronic invoices will apply to all VAT-registered businesses from 1 September 2026. The issuance of e-invoices and e-reporting data will be introduced progressively between 2026 and 2027.
To help companies prepare, the French tax authority has announced a pilot phase starting in February 2026. Participation will be voluntary and will involve testing all end-to-end flows, formats, and business scenarios set out in the reform. Companies and their Partner Dematerialisation Platforms (PDPs) will play a central role in ensuring everything is operational before the full mandate kicks in.
We’re Operational and Ready to Cover 100% of the Use Cases
We’re committed and ready to support our clients and partners in this next crucial step. Our solution enables participation in the pilot while covering all 36 use cases identified by the DGFiP, including:
- Issuing and receiving invoices in all required formats and profiles (Factur-X, UBL, CII – EN16931 and ‘Extended’)
- Exchanging invoices either via the public invoicing portal (PPF) or between PDPs using the PEPPOL network (adapted to French requirements)
- Collecting and transmitting e-reporting data (B2C transactions, cross-border B2B transactions, payment data) to the PPF on time and accurately
- Managing data and workflows related to specific business scenarios defined by the DGFiP and now formalised in the AFNOR XP Z12-014 standard, such as SIREN numbers, multiple delivery addresses, detailed VAT mentions, and internal accounting processes
Our platform is fully compliant with the latest technical specifications issued by the DGFiP, and we plan to support our first voluntary clients from the very beginning of the pilot in early 2026.
As of August 2024, we’re officially registered as a Partner Dematerialisation Platform (PDP no. 0004). Thanks to our deep regulatory expertise, strong local presence, and robust global infrastructure, we’re uniquely positioned to support clients not only during the pilot, but all the way through full implementation.
Guiding You Through the Transition with Confidence
This combination of technology, expertise, and trusted partnership makes Sovos a strategic ally in the transition to e-invoicing. We’re here to guide businesses of all sizes with confidence, ensuring full compliance with the evolving requirements in France, across Europe, and around the world.