The French National Assembly has rejected the proposed amendment to postpone the country’s upcoming mandatory e-invoicing (CTC) reform. As a result, the original timeline for implementation remains in force, starting from September 1, 2026. The amendment had aimed to delay the mandate by one year, citing the need for additional preparation time for businesses.
Key rollout dates remain unchanged:
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September 1, 2026: All businesses must be able to receive e-invoices, while large and intermediate-sized companies must begin issuing e-invoices. This date may still be deferred by decree until December 1, 2027 at the latest.
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September 1, 2027: SMEs and microenterprises must begin issuing e-invoices. This date could also be postponed by decree, but no later than December 1, 2028.
