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E-invoicing in Germany: Ready for 2026?

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April 23, 2025, 11:12 AM /
From 2026, e-invoicing is mandatory in Germany. Get ready with XRechnung, ZUGFeRD, and full support from Dynatos and Routty.

New mandate means change – here’s how to stay ahead

From 2026, e-invoicing will become mandatory for B2B transactions in Germany. With XRechnung and ZUGFeRD leading the way, companies need to prepare now. Here’s what you need to know and how Routty can help.

The formats you need to know

XRechnung: Germany’s official XML format, required for B2G invoicing. It ensures standardization and smooth integration into public-sector systems.

ZUGfERD: A hybrid model that combines machine-readable XML with a human-readable PDF/A-3. Ideal for B2B, it balances automation and readability.

Both align with European standard EN 16931, offering legal certainty for the public and private sectors.

What’s changing in 2026?

Starting January 1, 2026, structured e-invoices will become mandatory for domestic B2B transactions. Businesses can no longer rely on PDFs or paper formats (with limited exceptions like B2C or low-value invoices under €250).

One platform, full compliance

Routty, a Dynatos platform, simplifies e-invoicing compliance. With built-in support for XRechnung, ZUGFeRD, and other formats, it helps businesses:

  • Send and receive compliant e-invoices
  • Convert formats and automate workflows
  • Archive legally, and connect via PEPPOL or EDI

Seamless integration with your ERP makes staying compliant, scalable, and straightforward. The platform is future-proof and designed to adapt to evolving regulations – nationally and across borders. With our international footprint, Dynatos supports companies throughout Europe and beyond.

Take the next step

Partnering with Dynatos reduces manual work, increases efficiency, and ensures full legal compliance. Start preparing now.

Download the datasheet to learn how modern e-Invoicing standards can transform your invoice processes.

Learn more about the Company

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Dynatos is a trusted advisor and strategic partner for finance and procurement transformation. We strive for continuous perfection by bringing expertise, inspiring ideas, and innovative technologies to make your organization work digitally, more efficiently, and future-proof.

Together with our technology partners (Coupa, Kofax, Microsoft) and our own platform Routty, we deliver innovative solutions for source-to-pay, purchase-to-pay, contracts, vendor management, document processing, e-invoicing, analytics, and reporting. Our solutions compliment the ERP-system, improving functionality and collaboration for both internal and external stakeholders.

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