- Importance of Becoming a PA: The transition from PDP to PA under the DGFiP’s External Specifications v3.1 allows certified platforms to directly exchange invoices without routing through the government hub. This enhances efficiency through direct clearing, smart routing based on recipient preferences, and lifecycle management of transaction statuses, which are crucial for VAT reporting.
- 4-Pillar Certification Process: To achieve PA status, platforms must undergo a rigorous certification process that includes demonstrating administrative eligibility, adhering to stringent cybersecurity and sovereignty standards, ensuring technical interoperability with DGFiP specifications, and passing a live compliance audit within the first year of operation.
- Technical and Compliance Resources: Companies aiming to become a PA must familiarize themselves with essential resources such as DGFiP External Specifications, AFNOR standards for XML formats, and participation in FNFE-MPE workshops. The Melasoft advantage offers a streamlined SAP integration for compliance, ensuring governance and legal safety while preparing for the September 1, 2026 deadline for e-invoicing.
Source Melasoft
Briefing document & Podcast: France’s E‑Invoicing & E‑Reporting – VATupdate
- See also
- Join the Linkedin Group on Global E-Invoicing/E-Reporting/SAF-T Developments, click HERE
- Join the LinkedIn Group on ”VAT in the Digital Age” (VIDA), click HERE
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