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What to know about e-invoicing in France

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Factur-X compatible · Freelancer mandate from Sept 2027

What matters for you as a freelancer

  • Agency OS already produces a compliant invoice for this country today — no extra setup needed on your side.
  • If your client asks for an e-invoice, you can send one immediately.
  • Keep an eye on the mandate date above — it determines when e-invoicing becomes mandatory rather than optional for domestic B2B.

What you don't need to worry about

  • You don't need to change your invoicing workflow ahead of the mandate — Agency OS already outputs the required format.
  • Cross-border invoices to clients in other countries aren't affected by this country's domestic mandate.

What must be on a valid B2B invoice

  • Your SIREN/SIRET, legal form, and full address
  • Client's name and address
  • Invoice date and a unique, sequential invoice number
  • Description and quantity of goods or services
  • Unit price excluding VAT, and any discounts
  • VAT rate and amount — or the exemption/reverse-charge wording
  • Total amount due, payment terms, and late-payment penalty terms

Source: economie.gouv.fr — Mentions obligatoires d'une facture official source

This is general information, not tax or legal advice — check with a local tax advisor for your specific situation.

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