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MOCO + XInvoice to Authorities (D)
Invoice contents structured and machine-readable as XML file
The creation of e-invoices will be available in MOCO without integration/third-party providers by the end of March, in line with Germany's B2B e-invoicing mandate (which becomes fully mandatory after the transition periods until the end of 2026)
Free online tool for creating e-invoices in special cases temporarily (choose XML/XInvoice format for authorities): https://tools.pdf24.org/de/elektronische-rechnung-erstellen
Free online tool for creating e-invoices in special cases temporarily (choose XML/XInvoice format for authorities): https://tools.pdf24.org/de/elektronische-rechnung-erstellen
XInvoices to Federal Clients
Since the end of 2020, invoices in Germany to federal clients over 1000 EUR must be submitted digitally in the XInvoice format.
Option 1: Invoicing via Federal Platform
Since 2020, the XInvoice format is required for creating and sending an e-invoice to the federal government. The XInvoice can be generated and transmitted either via the official federal internet platform or independently through software.
The federal e-invoicing platform allows you to create e-invoices via a web form, submit already created e-invoices, or check the processing status of your submitted e-invoices.
The federal e-invoicing platform allows you to create e-invoices via a web form, submit already created e-invoices, or check the processing status of your submitted e-invoices.
- Central Invoice Submission Platform of the Federal Government (ZRE)
- Further information from the federal government on the Peppol transmission channel
Option 2: Create Invoices for Federal Clients Directly from MOCO via Faktoora
With the integration of Faktoora, you can create XInvoices for public clients directly from MOCO. This option is ideal if you need to create many of these invoices regularly.
Setting Up Faktoora Integration
You must first create an account with Faktoora (paid) and request activation of the feature through MOCO's in-app support. Once activated, the feature is available in MOCO:
1. Activate the option in MOCO (Settings > Extensions > XInvoice > Enter details) (1)
2. Enable for the relevant client (checkbox in the form under "Additional Options") (2)
3. Enter relevant details in the "XInvoice" tab that appears for the client. (3)
1. Activate the option in MOCO (Settings > Extensions > XInvoice > Enter details) (1)
2. Enable for the relevant client (checkbox in the form under "Additional Options") (2)
3. Enter relevant details in the "XInvoice" tab that appears for the client. (3)

How to Create a Single XInvoice
4. A new "XInvoice" button will appear at the top right of each invoice (4). Use this to download the XInvoice and send it via your email program.
Capture any project-related order numbers or a contact person (not mandatory for all recipients) during the download prompt. It's best to enter the information required by the recipient in advance on the invoicing page under "Invoicing Info" so it's readily available later.