🇩🇪 Ready for the 2027 German e-invoicing mandate
Easy E-Invoicing Software for Germany
Create and send XRechnung and ZUGFeRD invoices in minutes, and receive e-invoices from your suppliers in one place. Be ready for Germany’s 2027 e-invoicing rules, without the hassle.
- Create and send an invoice in under a minute
- XRechnung and ZUGFeRD, generated automatically
- Ready for the 2027 e-invoicing rules
- Free to start, no credit card required
Invoices, October
Docnova
RE-2026-1042 · Müller GmbH
XRechnung · Delivered
RE-2026-1041 · Schmidt AG
Peppol · Paid
RE-2026-1040 · Weber KG
ZUGFeRD · Sent
Incoming · Fischer IT
Validated ✓
RE-2026-1037 · Becker & Co
Overdue · 5 days
E-invoicing included in every plan
Free E-Invoicing for Freelancers and Small Businesses
Running a small business in Germany? Switch to compliant XRechnung and ZUGFeRD invoicing without extra cost or complexity. Create, send and receive e-invoices for free, with no commitment.
€0
[X] free e-invoices / month
Docnova · E-invoicing
Docnova: All-in-One
E-Invoicing Portal for Germany
Create, send and receive e-invoices in just a few clicks.
Create in under a minute
Fill in the fields and click Create. Docnova generates a valid XRechnung or ZUGFeRD file automatically, no XML knowledge needed.
Envoyer et recevoir
Send invoices by email or online. Supplier e-invoices land in one inbox, shown as a normal, easy-to-read invoice.
Error check before sending
Docnova checks every invoice for missing or wrong details before it goes out, so your customer can accept it the first time.
Safe archive
Every invoice is stored securely for the required 8 years and easy to find, ready for your tax advisor or a tax audit.
Cash overview
This month
€48,250
Invoiced
€36,900
Paid
€8,150
Outstanding
€3,200
Overdue
Bank match · RE-2026-1041
Reconciled
Reminder · RE-2026-1037
Sent
Docnova · Finance
More Than Just Invoicing: Stay in Control of Your Finances
Docnova brings receivables, payables and documents together, so you spend less time on admin and always know where your money is.
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Payment tracking and reminders
See outstanding amounts at a glance, get alerts on overdue invoices and send automated payment reminders.
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Bank reconciliation
Connect your bank account and see automatically which invoices have been paid.
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Smart invoice scanning
Upload or forward a PDF or photo of a supplier invoice. Docnova reads it for you, no typing needed.
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Gets smarter with every invoice
Teach Docnova how to read each supplier’s invoices once, or let it learn from your corrections. See in your own accuracy report how manual fixes go down over time.
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Reports and mobile app
Track revenue and expenses, share data with your tax advisor, and manage invoices on the go with the iOS and Android app.
Onboarding
The Easiest Way to Create and Send E-Invoices
STEP 01
Créer votre compte
Sign up in 5 minutes. Add your company details, tax number and VAT ID. No credit card required.
STEP 02
Send and receive e-invoices
Send XRechnung and ZUGFeRD invoices to your customers and receive e-invoices from your suppliers, all in one place.
STEP 03
Stay compliant
Your invoices meet German e-invoicing requirements and are archived securely. You are ready for 2027.
E-invoice formats
XRechnung and ZUGFeRD: E-Invoice Formats in Germany
Germany accepts a few e-invoice formats. You don’t need to know the details: choose what your customer needs and Docnova creates it for you.
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XRechnung
A digital invoice that software reads automatically. Required when you invoice public authorities, and accepted by businesses too.
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ZUGFeRD
Looks like a normal PDF invoice, with the e-invoice data built in. Easy for people to read and for software to process.
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Peppol
A secure network for sending e-invoices directly to businesses and authorities in Germany and across Europe.
✗ Not an e-invoice: a plain PDF, a scan, a Word file or a photo. Docnova can turn these into a valid e-invoice for you.
Réseau Peppol
Send and Receive E-Invoices via Peppol
Peppol is a secure network that delivers your invoices straight into your customer’s system. You don’t have to use it in Germany, but many companies and public authorities prefer it. With Docnova it is built in, ready whenever you need it.
- Turn it on only when you need it
- See the moment your invoice is delivered
- Send invoices to public authorities
- Ready for invoicing customers abroad
Integrations
E-Invoicing Integrations for Your ERP and Business Tools
Keep using the software you already have. Docnova connects to it and takes care of e-invoicing in the background.
Systèmes ERP
SAP S/4HANA & ECC
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Oracle
Infor
SI
Workday
Odoo
Sage
Accounting
DATEV
E-commerce & payments
Amazon
eBay
Stripe
CRM & productivity
Salesforce
HubSpot
Harvest
Banking & connectivity
GC
Bank connection (GoCardless)
API
REST API
Échange de données informatisé
EDI / EDIFACT
Point d'accès Peppol
Our solutions
E-Invoicing Solutions for Every Business Size
From a free portal for freelancers to native SAP integration for enterprises: one compliance engine, five ways to use it.
Docnova
The fastest way to comply. A browser-based portal and mobile app for freelancers, SMEs and teams. No installation, no IT project.
- Create XRechnung and ZUGFeRD in minutes
- Central inbox for incoming e-invoices
- Payment tracking, reminders and bank reconciliation
- Secure invoice archive
Le meilleur pour
Freelancers and micro businesses
SMEs without ERP
Go-live
Same day
SAP Add-On for Germany
Native e-invoicing inside SAP ECC and SAP S/4HANA, with no middleware. Built by Melasoft, an SAP Silver Partner.
- XRechnung, ZUGFeRD and Peppol directly from SAP
- Inbound e-invoices posted into SAP
- Multi-country cockpit for global SAP landscapes
- Typical implementation in about two weeks
Le meilleur pour
SAP ECC and S/4HANA users
Mid-size and large enterprises
Go-live
About 2 weeks
One API for e-invoicing in Germany
Connect any ERP, accounting software or in-house system to Docnova’s compliance engine with a single REST API.
- Create and validate XRechnung and ZUGFeRD automatically
- Send and receive over Peppol
- Real-time status webhooks
- Same API for France, Belgium and other countries
Le meilleur pour
Non-SAP ERPs and custom systems
équipes informatiques
Docs
REST · JSON
Automatisation de la facturation B2B avec EDI
Already exchanging invoices via EDI? Keep your setup. Docnova turns your EDI messages into valid German e-invoices.
- Reuse existing EDI partner connections
- Automatic conversion to XRechnung
- High-volume processing
- Monitoring and error handling
Le meilleur pour
Retail, automotive, manufacturing
High invoice volumes
Lancez la facturation électronique sous votre propre marque
Add German e-invoicing to your software in weeks, not months, with your logo, your domain and your customer experience.
- White-label portal and API
- Peppol connectivity included
- Compliance updates handled by Docnova
- Built for SaaS, ERP vendors and tax advisors
Le meilleur pour
Fournisseurs de logiciels
Accounting firms and partners
Pricing
E-Invoicing Pricing Plans
Start free, upgrade when you grow. E-invoicing is included in every plan.
Gratuit
€0/month
Create, send, receive and centralize your e-invoices.
Basic
€5/month
Organize your documents and get ready for the 2027 mandate.
Standard
€15/month
For growing businesses that need more volume and flexibility.
Premium
€25/month
Complete invoicing and financial management in one place.
Enterprise
Custom
SAP Add-On, API, EDI, dedicated support and integrations.
For every business
Who Is Docnova For?
Indépendants
Valid XRechnung without technical setup.
Kleinunternehmer
Receive and view e-invoices free of charge.
SMEs (Mittelstand)
Less manual work, faster payments.
SAP and ERP users
E-invoicing inside the system you use.
Grandes entreprises
Scale across entities and countries.
Public-sector suppliers
Invoice public authorities with ease.
Fournisseurs de logiciels
Embed e-invoicing via API or white label.
Tax advisors
Clean, structured invoice data for clients.
Germany e-invoicing mandate
E-Invoicing Mandate in Germany: Timeline 2025 to 2028
Germany is switching to e-invoices step by step. An e-invoice is a digital invoice that software can read automatically. A PDF sent by email does not count.
1 Jan 2025
Every business in Germany must be able to receive e-invoices.
Until 31 Dec 2026
Paper and PDF invoices are still allowed during the transition.
1 Jan 2027
Businesses with more than €800,000 annual turnover must send e-invoices.
1 Jan 2028
All businesses must send e-invoices to other businesses.
⚠ Don’t wait until the last minute. Switch now, try it free and be ready before the rules apply to you.
Certified Peppol provider
Member of VeR
SAP Silver Partner
ISO 27001 certified
Conforme au RGPD
Built-in AI
FAQ
FAQ: E-Invoicing in Germany
Une facture électronique est une facture créée, envoyée et reçue sous un format structuré qui permet son traitement automatique par un système informatique.
An e-invoice is a digital invoice that accounting software can read automatically, for example XRechnung or ZUGFeRD. A PDF, a scan or a Word file sent by email is not an e-invoice.
Does this apply to my business?
If your business is based in Germany and invoices other businesses, yes. Since 2025 every business must be able to receive e-invoices. Invoices to private customers are not affected.
When do I have to start sending e-invoices?
From 1 January 2027 if your annual turnover is above €800,000. From 1 January 2028 for all businesses. Until then, paper and PDF invoices are still allowed.
XRechnung or ZUGFeRD: which one do I need?
Both are valid. XRechnung is required when you invoice public authorities. ZUGFeRD looks like a normal PDF and is popular with small businesses. Docnova creates both, so you can send whichever your customer prefers.
Are there exceptions?
Yes. Small invoices up to €250 and travel tickets are exempt. Small businesses under the Kleinunternehmer rule do not have to send e-invoices, but they must be able to receive them.
How long do I have to keep my invoices?
Eight years, in their original digital form. Docnova stores every invoice securely and automatically, so you don’t have to think about it.
What happens if I keep sending PDF invoices?
Once the rules apply to you, a PDF is no longer a valid invoice. Your customers may reject it or pay later, and you could face fines.
Do I need Peppol?
No, it is not required in Germany. You can also send e-invoices by email. Peppol is simply a reliable extra option, and Docnova can turn it on for you whenever you need it.
Does Docnova work with my software?
Yes. Docnova connects with SAP, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Oracle, Odoo, Sage and many other tools. If you don’t use any software, you can create invoices directly in Docnova.
Can I start for free?
Yes. The free plan lets you create, send and receive e-invoices with no commitment and no credit card.
Get Ready for E-Invoicing in Germany
Start free today, or talk to our German e-invoicing team in Frankfurt.