Peppol vs Chorus Pro
Chorus Pro is the French state platform for B2G invoices, mandatory since 2020. The 2026–2027 B2B reform runs on accredited private platforms (PDPs) instead — and Peppol is the interoperability layer many PDPs use, plus the channel for cross-border invoices with France.
| Chorus Pro | PDP platforms | Peppol | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scope | B2G invoices to French public bodies | domestic B2B (2026–2027) | cross-border + PDP interop |
| Operator | AIFE (state) | accredited private platforms | certified providers network |
| Formats | Factur-X, UBL, CII | EN 16931 formats | Peppol BIS / EN 16931 |
Foreign suppliers rarely touch Chorus Pro or contract a PDP directly — a Peppol provider with a PDP partnership covers French customers compliantly. Timeline on the France country guide.
Updated: August 29, 2026