📜 Germany — Regulations & Law
Legal requirements, mandates, exemptions, and penalties
Germany E-Invoicing for Freelancers and Kleinunternehmer: What You Actually Need to Do
The German e-invoicing mandate explained for freelancers, solopreneurs, and Kleinunternehmer. What the 2025 receiving mandate means for you, who the 2027 and 2028 sending mandates apply to, and which free or affordable tools cover your needs.
GoBD Invoice Archiving in Germany: What It Is and How to Comply
GoBD requires all German businesses to archive invoices for 10 years in a tamper-proof, auditable system. This guide explains exactly what that means, what qualifies, and what doesn't.
XRechnung vs ZUGFeRD: Which Format Should You Use for the German Mandate?
XRechnung and ZUGFeRD both comply with Germany's e-invoicing mandate — but they work very differently. This guide tells you exactly which to choose based on your business situation.
E-Invoicing for Freelancers in Germany: Your 2025–2028 Action Plan
German freelancers and Einzelunternehmer: what you must do now, when you must start sending e-invoices, and which tools won't break your budget.
German E-Invoicing Penalties and Exemptions: What the Law Actually Says
A plain-language guide to German e-invoicing penalties and exemptions. Who is exempt from the mandate, what fines apply for non-compliance, and transitional relief rules.
E-Invoicing in Germany 2025: Complete Guide to the New B2B Mandate
Everything you need to know about Germany's mandatory B2B e-invoicing starting January 2025. Deadlines, formats, exemptions, and step-by-step compliance guide.
What Is E-Invoicing? A Plain-Language Explanation for German Businesses
E-invoicing explained simply. What counts as an e-invoice under German law, why PDFs don't qualify, and what your business needs to know.