Peppol in Belgium: from January 1, 2026, B2B invoicing becomes 100% electronic

Far from being a constraint, this evolution represents an opportunity to digitalize and automate your financial processes. And the good news is that Yuman is already ready to support you.

Understanding Peppol: a European invoicing standard

Peppol (Pan-European Public Procurement Online) is not just a platform: it's a secure network and a set of technical standards enabling any company to exchange electronic documents reliably, whatever its invoicing software or size.

The system is based on:

• A unique Peppol identifier for each participant, guaranteeing that your invoices reach the right recipient
• A four-corner model: you choose an access point, which transmits your documents to the recipient's access point
• A structured, standardized format (UBL 2.1), avoiding any interpretation and eliminating unusable PDFs
• Secure, traceable transmissions, making it possible to verify the integrity and date of dispatch/receipt of each document

Result: companies reduce processing times, minimize human error and gain in efficiency.

What's changing from January 1, 2026

From that date, all B2B invoices exchanged in Belgium will have to be electronic and go through Peppol.

This obligation covers both:

• Sales invoices: you'll have to issue your invoices in UBL 2.1 format and send them via your Peppol access point.
• Purchase invoices: you'll receive your suppliers' invoices directly in this format, ready to be automatically integrated into your accounting system.

This reform puts an end to:

• PDFs sent by email
• Time-consuming manual data entry
• Transcription errors that lead to payment delays and disputes

Benefits for your company

Beyond compliance, adopting Peppol offers concrete advantages:

• Time savings: no need to enter invoices by hand, everything is integrated automatically
• Error reduction: data is structured and validated, limiting inconsistencies
• Improved cash flow: faster processes mean more controlled payment times
• Better traceability: every exchange is time-stamped and tracked, simplifying audits
• Interoperability: you can exchange with any other Peppol-compatible company or software

A simple plan of action with Yuman

The transition to Peppol may seem complex, but with Yuman it becomes quick and easy.

Here's how we support you:

• Instant activation of your Peppol account: we help you set up your unique identifier and access point effortlessly
• Automatic compliance: your sales invoices are generated directly in UBL 2.1 format and ready to be sent via Peppol
• Purchase invoice integration: invoices received are automatically filed and integrated into Yuman, ready for validation and payment
• Real-time tracking and tracing: you view the status of each invoice (issued, received, paid) from your Yuman dashboard
• Personalized support: our team guides you step by step for smooth adoption by your teams

In just a few days, you're ready for 2026 and your invoicing processes gain in reliability and productivity.

Conclusion

The widespread adoption of Peppol marks a major step towards 100% electronic invoicing in Belgium. Rather than endure it, transform this evolution into a modernization opportunity.

With Yuman, you're ready for January 1, 2026: your company remains compliant, gains in productivity and improves the quality of its financial management.

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