A partner dematerialization platform (PDP) is a private player registered by the tax administration to manage the emission, reception and transmission of electronic invoices within the framework of the French reform. Unlike a simple software solution, the PDP is officially recognized by the State and connected directly to the Public Billing Portal (PPF).
Reform deadlines: key questions
When does electronic billing become compulsory?
- From September 1, 2026all companies will have to be able to receive Electronic invoices.
And for the issue of electronic bills?
- Large companies: from 2026.
- ETI, SMEs and VSEs: from 2027.
What does an undoubted business in 2026 risk?
His invoices will not be recognized as valid by the tax administration, with the key delays of payment and possible sanctions.
What is a PDP for?
- Transmit your electronic invoices In accordance with the formats imposed (Bouter-X, UBL, CII).
- Guarantee tax compliance : The PDP ensures compliance with the legal notices and the data structure.
- Automate flows : Direct integration into your accounting or ERP tools, without re -enact.
- Secure your exchanges : channels approved and controlled by the administration.
Examples of solutions for VSEs/SMEs
Several French management solutions have announced their PDP compliance:
- Pennylane : accounting and financial management platform, used by many firms.
- Selsy : Billing and CRM software, which integrates reform into its services.
- Regatta : SaaS solution oriented accounting automation and real -time reporting.
- Axonaut : Management tool for VSEs, already under compliance.
To do now
- Check that your service provider will be registered as PDP or connected to a recognized PDP.
- Test the Compatibility with your management software.
- Define your needs: compliance alone or enlarged services (convincing archiving, payments monitoring, VAT reporting).
Vigilance points
- THE Ppf Stay accessible for free, but with fewer features.
- A PDP can lose its registration: you must provide a rocking plan.
- Costs vary: package included in the SaaS subscription (Pennylane, Regate) or invoicing for use.
References
- Order n ° 2021-1190 of September 15, 2021 relating to the generalization of electronic invoicing.
- DGFIP – Electronic invoicing.
- Official list of registered PDPs published by the DGFIP.
