Starting January 1, 2025, e-invoicing will become mandatory for all companies in Germany. For many businesses, this means a transition that requires both technical and organizational adjustments. Quick support for the e-invoicing obligation from i-data: Tobias Schelm explains the basics of the new regulations for companies in a free webinar on the 2025 e-invoicing obligation.
Dates and Registration for the E-Invoicing Obligation Webinar
In January and February, we offer a short webinar on the e-invoicing obligation every week, always on Wednesdays from 14:00 to 15:00, to explain the requirements for medium-sized companies in simple terms. Participation is free of charge; registration is via the button below.
Overview of the dates:
- 08 January, 2:00 PM
- 15 January, 2:00 PM
- 22 January, 2:00 PM
- 29 January, 2:00 PM
- 05 February, 2:00 PM
- 12 February, 2:00 PM
- 19 February, 2:00 PM
- 26 February, 2:00 PM
Contents of the webinar on mandatory e-invoicing
➡What is an e-invoice?
Definition and differences from paper or PDF invoices
Legal framework (e.g. EU Directive 2014/55/EU)
Benefits of e-invoicing (efficiency, cost savings, sustainability)
➡ Technical fundamentals and standards
- Formats: ZUGFeRD, XRechnung, UBL
- Requirements for e-invoicing software
- Integration into ERP systems
➡ Legal and tax requirements
- Compliance with regulatory requirements
- Archiving and data security
- Tax requirements in different countries
➡ Practical implementation
Workflow examples (from receipt to processing)
Introducing an e-invoicing system in the company
Key facts about the e-invoicing obligation
Starting January 1, 2025, all companies in Germany will be required to issue and transmit e-invoices when doing business with public authorities (B2G) or across the entire B2B sector. Here are the key facts at a glance:
- Scope: Mandatory for B2B and B2G transactions in Germany
- Formats: Standardized formats ZUGFeRD and XRechnung are accepted
- Objective: Reduce paper usage, enable faster processing, and increase efficiency in invoicing
Our IT experts are at your side with advice and support, guiding you step by step on the path to e-invoicing.
To make the implementation of the e-invoicing obligation even more efficient, we also recommend DocuWare, our preferred solution for digital document management. It simplifies the organization and storage of your digital invoices and ensures that all relevant information is accessible anytime, anywhere.
Interested in more?
Contact us to find the optimal solution for your company together.
