EN 16931 e-invoicing standard

Support for E-Invoicing in Germany

Dealhub supports the EN16931 e-invoicing standard, fully compliant with Germany’s XRechnung and ZUGFeRD requirements. Simplify your invoicing process while meeting regulatory requirements with ease.

Key Features

XRechnung XML Export: Effortlessly generate invoices in the XRechnung XML format by selecting invoices and clicking Download as XML.
ZUGFeRD PDF with Embedded XML: Download or send invoices with a PDF that includes the ZUGFeRD XML, making it simple to integrate with your customers' systems.

How to Use?

1. Generate XRechnung XML

Select the invoices in your dashboard.
Click Download as XML to generate the XRechnung-compliant XML file.

2. Generate ZUGFeRD PDF

Download or send your invoice in PDF format, which automatically includes the ZUGFeRD XML.

Getting Started

To enable EN16931 e-invoicing on your account, contact your Customer Success Manager (CSM). Provide the following information for setup:

Business Details

Legal Business Name
Tax Identification Number
EORI Number
Company Registration Number

Address Information

Street Address
House Number
City
ZIP Code
Region
Country
Country Code

Primary Contact Information

Contact Name
Contact Email
Contact Phone Number

Bank Details

Bank Name
IBAN
SWIFT Code
Account Number
Bank Code
Bank Branch Code
Payment Means Code

Additional IDs

Peppol ID
Global Location Number (GLN)

Why EN16931 Compliance Matters?

By adopting the EN16931 standard, you streamline invoicing workflows, reduce manual errors, and ensure compliance with German and EU e-invoicing regulations.

Understanding E-Invoicing in Germany

E-Invoicing is the electronic transmission of invoices between businesses and public authorities. In Germany, the adoption of E-Invoicing is driven by the need for faster processing, reduced paper usage, and enhanced accuracy in billing. The two primary formats we now support are:

XRechnung

XRechnung is a standardized electronic invoicing format mandated by the German government for all public sector transactions. It ensures that invoices are processed in a uniform manner, facilitating quicker payments and reducing administrative burdens. The format is based on the European standard EN 16931 and is designed to meet the specific requirements of German public authorities.

ZUGFeRD

ZUGFeRD (Zentraler User Guide des Forums elektronische Rechnung Deutschland) is a hybrid invoicing format that combines both structured data and a visual representation of the invoice. This format allows for easy integration into existing accounting systems while providing a human-readable PDF version of the invoice. ZUGFeRD is particularly beneficial for businesses that deal with both public and private sector clients, as it supports a wide range of invoicing scenarios.

Benefits of Using Our E-Invoicing Support

By utilizing our platform's support for XRechnung and ZUGFeRD, businesses can enjoy several advantages:

Compliance: Ensure adherence to German E-Invoicing regulations and standards.
Efficiency: Reduce processing times and administrative overhead associated with traditional paper invoicing.
Cost Savings: Lower costs related to printing, postage, and manual data entry.
Improved Cash Flow: Accelerate payment cycles through faster invoice processing.

Start your e-invoicing journey today!
Contact your CSM to get set up or reach out to our support team for more information.

Simplify invoicing. Achieve compliance. Power your business.