How to Activate Electronic Self-Billing
In this article
- Activate electronic self-billing
- Understand what changes with electronic self-billing
- Understand invoice routing
- Complete your setup
- Need help?
As part of the electronic invoicing requirements in effect since 1 September 2026, the invoice generation method on the platform is changing.
If you previously used the “Automatically generate your invoice” option, this option is no longer available.
It has been replaced by electronic self-billing.
To respect your choice and allow you to complete the required setup on your approved platform, this option has not been activated automatically in your account.
Your confirmation is therefore required.
Activate electronic self-billing
Step 1: access your company settings
- From the home page, open the “Company” menu.
- Click “Your company settings”.
Step 2: access the invoicing settings
- In the company settings, select the “Invoicing” tab.
- Scroll down to the “Invoice generation method” section.
Step 3: select electronic self-billing
- Open the “Invoice generation method” list and select “Electronic self-billing”.
- A confirmation window will appear.
If you have already completed the required actions on your approved platform, tick the box “I confirm that I have completed the required actions on my approved platform”, then click “Confirm”.
Understand what changes with electronic self-billing
You must have an approved platform (PA).
This platform will allow you to receive your invoices each month and validate them.
Key information
Electronic self-billing must be activated on the platform after the required actions have been completed on your approved platform.
Some solutions provided for information purposes
Depending on your profile and organisation, different solutions may be considered:
| Platform | Target profile | Ease of use | Key benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indy | Freelancers & micro-businesses | Very easy | Clean interface, step-by-step guidance, no accounting jargon |
| Numbr | Freelancers looking for support | Supported | Dedicated accounting firm providing support with the setup |
| Pennylane | Small businesses & structured providers | Intuitive | All-in-one tool facilitating collaboration with an accountant |
Important: the examples above are provided for information purposes only. You are free to choose the platform that suits your situation.
Understand how invoice routing works
Invoice routing is the process used to automatically direct electronic invoices to the correct platform.
Step 1: register on an approved platform
The provider chooses a partner electronic invoicing platform (PDP / PA) and creates an account.
During registration, the following information must be provided:
- SIREN / SIRET;
- Billing information;
- Any internal rules, if required.
Step 2: register the company in the national directory
The platform then registers the company in the official government directory (PPF) and links the company to the selected platform.
Role of the directory
This directory is the central register used to identify the destination of electronic invoices.
Step 3: obtain the routing code
Once registration in the directory is complete, a routing code is generated and linked to the company and its platform.
This code:
- is a unique technical identifier;
- allows invoices to be automatically directed to the correct platform.
Complete your setup
After creating your account on your approved platform, enter your routing code on the platform.
This information is required to allow your invoices to be sent each month.
Important
Without an approved platform, we will no longer be able to generate your invoices.
Check that all the information and settings described in this guide have been completed.
Need help?
If you have any questions, you can contact us:
- by email: operations@littlebigconnection.com
We remain available to support you during this transition.
Kind regards,
FAQ
Do I need to activate electronic self-billing?
Yes. If you previously used the automatic invoice generation option, your confirmation is required to activate electronic self-billing.
When should I activate electronic self-billing?
You should activate it after completing the required actions on your approved platform.
Do I need an approved platform?
Yes. An approved platform is required to receive and validate your invoices each month.
What happens if I do not have an approved platform?
Without an approved platform, your invoices can no longer be generated.
What is the routing code used for?
The routing code is a unique technical identifier. It allows invoices to be automatically directed to the correct platform.