E-invoices directly from BillMore
BillMore supports the ZUGFeRD and XRechnung formats. Export structured invoice data directly from your familiar interface - without separate software or additional effort.
E-invoicing obligation
What's behind it?
In Germany, the e-invoicing obligation affects B2B companies on two levels: since 1 January 2025, companies must be able to receive e-invoices. For the obligation to send them, staggered deadlines apply until 2027.
An e-invoice differs from a normal PDF file - depending on the format, it consists of a structured, machine-readable XML file or is a combination of a PDF and an XML file. The formats permitted in Germany are XRechnung and ZUGFeRD.
For binding information about your legal obligations, please consult your tax advisor.
Supported formats
ZUGFeRD or XRechnung - you choose
Both formats are based on the European standard EN 16931. Which one suits you depends on your use case.
ZUGFeRD 2.4
Hybrid format - PDF + XML
ZUGFeRD combines a readable PDF file with an embedded XML file. This makes the invoice readable for both humans and machines.
- PDF and XML in a single file
- Directly readable like a normal PDF file
- Machine-processable
- Suitable for general B2B invoices
XRechnung 3.0.2 UBL
Pure XML format
XRechnung is a purely structured XML format that is machine-readable only. It is used in particular for invoices to public-sector clients.
- Pure XML, no PDF file included
- Fully machine-readable
- Standard for public-sector clients
- Often required for B2G invoices
Workflow
Three steps to your e-invoice
Create the invoice
Create your invoice as usual in BillMore - select a contact, add items, enter prices.
Choose the format
During file selection, choose the desired format: normal PDF, ZUGFeRD 2.4 or XRechnung 3.0.2 UBL.
Export or send
Download the e-invoice or send it directly by email straight from BillMore.
Further details
What else is included
Receive & read XML invoices
You can also upload XML invoices (ZUGFeRD/XRechnung) to BillMore. BillMore reads out the structured data and displays the invoice in a readable form.
Send directly by email
You can send the finished e-invoice directly from BillMore by email - without manually exporting it to a separate email program.
Cancellation invoices as XML
When you cancel an e-invoice, BillMore also generates an e-invoice for the cancellation invoice - in the same format as the original invoice.
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