EncryptInvoice News
Articles for France
This hub covers e-invoicing and e-reporting compliance in France, including the Chorus Pro platform for public-sector transactions, the phased mandate for B2B electronic invoicing, the dual-track e-reporting obligations for cross-border and B2C flows, and the role of certified Partner Dematerialization Platforms (PDPs). Practical guidance helps businesses of all sizes prepare for each rollout phase.
France's e-invoicing mandate includes landlords operating under LMNP, LMP, or SCI structures, with mandatory receipt phases starting 1 September 2026 and platform selection due by 31 December 2026; penalties begin in 2027.
Agricultural lease payments (fermages) in France are exempt from mandatory e-invoicing unless the lessor has opted into VAT treatment for rural property under Article 260 of the General Tax Code. The exemption is conditional on VAT status, not agricultural activity.
France's e-invoicing reform mandates that businesses select an approved platform by December 31, 2026. With 163 approved platforms all compliant with ISO 27001 security standards, SMEs face platform selection challenges amid rising cybersecurity concerns following recent cyberattacks on French government infrastructure.
France's DGFiP introduced a four-month grace period through December 31, 2026, for e-invoicing compliance. Companies must demonstrate good faith and corrective action to qualify for penalties relief. Over 150 certified platforms are available with quick enrollment.
France's mandatory e-invoicing regime is fully enforceable from September 1, 2026, with €50 penalties per non-compliant invoice. Businesses may receive formal notices and can contest penalties, though procedural details remain unclear.
France has introduced three fuel subsidy programs effective October 1, 2026, targeting high-mileage workers with a €100 flat-rate subsidy, the BTP construction sector, and agricultural and forestry operations. These programs provide operational cost relief in response to rising fuel prices without altering tax frameworks.
France's corporate income tax revenue reached €70.7 billion in 2025, a 4% year-over-year increase after tax reductions and credits. The DGFiP's finalized data shows gross tax of €83.7 billion grew 2.5%, while net revenue grew 4% after €13 billion in relief mechanisms.
France will abolish its simplified VAT regime (RSI) effective 1 January 2027, with automatic migration to the normal real VAT regime and new e-reporting obligations starting 1 September 2027. Affected businesses will transition to quarterly or monthly filing based on turnover thresholds.
France's DGFiP disclosed unauthorized access events affecting its information systems in June-August 2026. While the main taxpayer portal impots.gouv.fr was not compromised, the incident highlights systemic exposure risks for tax professionals and e-invoicing platform operators relying on DGFiP's digital infrastructure.
France's DGFiP reports €275.4 billion in tax revenue for H1 2026, a 3.7% year-over-year increase, providing a baseline for fiscal strategy and consolidation targets.
France's DGFiP announced emergency fiscal support for individuals and businesses affected by summer 2026 wildfires, including payment deferrals, property tax reductions, and a framework for charitable donations. These measures provide short-term cash-flow relief during recovery.
France has extended the C3IV corporate tax credit to 31 December 2028, giving businesses more time to plan green industrial investments. This standalone French fiscal measure supports industrial decarbonization and green transition, distinct from broader EU tax digitization policies.
