The French tax administration has published the English version of its updated technical specifications (version 2.2) for the mandatory business-to-business electronic invoicing system, following the January 2023 release of the French version.
Version 2.2 incorporates clarifications on specific use cases and various technical points compared to the June 2022 version. The specifications detail technical requirements for businesses and software providers preparing for France's mandatory B2B e-invoicing regime, which will require electronic transmission of invoicing data to tax authorities.
The English specifications are available through the French tax administration's professional resources section, alongside existing French documentation. This translation supports international businesses and software vendors developing compliance solutions for the French market.
The updated specifications form part of France's broader digitalization of VAT reporting, representing one of Europe's most comprehensive mandatory B2B e-invoicing systems under development.
