Best e-Invoicing Software in Germany

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Join thousands of businesses worldwide who trust us for seamless e-invoicing

50+

Countries where e-Invoicing go-live can be supported

1Bn+

e-Invoices generated annually on Cleartax platform

10%+

Share of national e-Invoices through Cleartax platform

3000+

Tech integrations completed on Cleartax platform

Germany e-Invoicing Mandate Timeline

November 2020

B2G became mandatory

1 January 2025

All businesses must be able to receive e-invoices. Issuing e-invoices becomes voluntary (no recipient consent required).

1 January 2027

Mandatory e-invoicing for companies with annual turnover > €800,000.

1 January 2028

Mandatory e-invoicing for all remaining businesses, regardless of size.

How ClearTax supports E-invoicing & E-reporting

End‑to‑end Germany mandate coverage

B2B e‑invoicing for Germany, aligned to EN16931 formats like XRechnung and ZUGFeRD, with 10 years e‑archive and B2G requirements covered via federal and state portals or Peppol connections.​ Supports the phased mandate from 2025–2028.

24x7 support & technical assistance

Dedicated success managers, 24x7 technical and functional support, and in‑house tax experts to interpret Germany changes and translate them into product updates.​

Single global platform, unified APIs

One platform and unified API for 50+ geographies, so German entities can reuse the same integration. New mandate changes in Germany generally require only cloud‑side updates rather than ERP rework, reducing long‑term IT cost and risk.

Strong integration track record and accelerators

2,500+ integrations and 100+ ERP/source systems connected (SAP ECC/S4, Oracle, MS Dynamics, Netsuite, POS, retail, telecom, etc.).​ AI‑driven integration agent, thin connectors and structured UAT checklists compress onboarding from weeks to days.

Enterprise‑grade security, uptime and analytics

ISO 27001, SOC‑2, GDPR‑aligned, regional hosting, VAPT and RBAC, with no security breaches reported.​ Near‑real‑time monitoring, >99.8% uptime benchmarks, and rich MIS dashboards for error tracking, notice prevention and VAT/e‑invoice reconciliation.

Compliance Assurance, Audit-Ready & Future-Proof

Comprehensive assurance package with reconciliation to prevent VAT gaps and automatic incorporation of future mandate changes. Covers multi-country e-invoicing, AI-powered incoming invoice digitization, AP automation, and automated VAT preparations, minimizing penalties and audit risks while future-proofing your compliance operations.

Seamless ERP integration

With dedicated support

500+

ERP/POS systems supported

2500+

Completed integrations

750+

Integration engineers

500+

ERP/POS systems supported

2500+

Completed integrations

750+

Integration engineers

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an e-Invoicing program cost?

Costs vary by volume and complexity: basic tools may be low-cost per month, while enterprise solutions add setup/integration and per-invoice fees. Budget for ERP integration, validation, archiving (10 years), support, and change management.

What is the format for e-Invoice in Germany?

Germany’s common formats are XRechnung (structured XML) and ZUGFeRD (PDF with embedded EN 16931 XML). The invoice must be machine-readable and compliant with the European standard EN 16931.

What are the advantages of using e-Invoicing software?

It reduces manual entry, errors, and processing time; improves audit trails; supports automated matching and approvals; speeds dispute resolution; and ensures compliance. It also centralizes monitoring and helps meet archiving and reporting needs efficiently.

Does the e-Invoicing requirement also apply to small businesses?

Yes, mainly for B2B. All businesses must be able to receive e-invoices from Jan 1, 2025; issuing becomes mandatory for everyone by Jan 1, 2028. Some exemptions exist (e.g., low-value invoices).

Can I create an e-Invoice using Excel?

Not reliably. Excel can store invoice data, but Germany requires structured e-invoice formats (EN 16931-compliant XML/hybrid). You’d still need software/middleware to convert Excel data into XRechnung/ZUGFeRD and validate it.

What software do I need for e-Invoicing in Germany?

You need software that can generate, send, receive, validate, and archive EN 16931-compliant invoices (XRechnung/ZUGFeRD). This can be your ERP’s e-invoicing capability or a third-party e-invoicing provider integrated with ERP/accounting.

What should companies do that are currently working without an e-Invoicing program?

Start now: map invoice flows, confirm which B2B invoices are in scope, ensure “receive” readiness, select a solution/provider, integrate with ERP/accounting, set validation/archiving, train teams, and pilot with key suppliers/customers.

Which program can I use to receive e-Invoices?

Jedes System, das EN-16931-konforme Rechnungen empfangen und verarbeiten kann: ERP-/AP-Automatisierung, Buchhaltungssoftware mit E-Rechnungsimport oder ein E-Invoicing-Anbieterportal. Viele Unternehmen nutzen einen Anbieter, um Rechnungen zentral zu validieren, zu routen und zu archivieren.