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A Peppol ID is a unique identification number that allows an organization to register on the Peppol network. This network enables businesses and governments around the world to securely and consistently exchange electronic documents, such as e-invoices. With a Peppol ID, systems know exactly where to deliver an e-invoice.
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A Peppol ID ensures your organization is visible and reachable on the Peppol network. Without a Peppol ID, you can’t send or receive e-invoices through the network. For many organizations, e-invoicing via Peppol is essential because it:
Peppol usage continues to grow globally, with more and more countries requiring companies to use electronic invoicing.
A Peppol ID consists of two parts: a Scheme ID and a Participant ID. Together, they form a unique address on the Peppol network. For example: 0208:0123456789.
Common scheme ID’s include:
The Scheme ID defines what kind of registration is used for the Peppol ID.
You receive a Peppol ID when your organization is registered through a Peppol Access Point. This is a certified service provider that gives you access to the Peppol network. Once registration is complete, your organization is linked to a unique Peppol ID.
Many accounting and invoicing software platforms can handle this registration for you, so you automatically receive a valid Peppol ID.
Yes, it’s possible to have more than one Peppol ID. Some companies choose to register different identifiers, such as one based on their Employer Identification Number (EIN) and another based on their TAX ID or GLN number.
This is sometimes necessary because clients or countries may require specific types of identification, or because the business has multiple legal entities.
Need to find a company’s Peppol ID? In many cases, you can search for it in the official Peppol Directory, which lists registered companies worldwide. You can search by company name, registration number, or VAT number to find the correct Peppol ID before sending an e-invoice.
Some invoicing and administrative software tools also include built-in Peppol ID lookup functions, so you can search directly within your billing or ERP system.
If you send an e-invoice to the wrong Peppol ID, it may not reach the intended organization. Unfortunately, once a document is sent through the Peppol network, it cannot be recalled. If this happens, follow these steps:
To avoid these issues, always verify Peppol IDs in advance and manage them carefully in your invoicing system.
With Payt, you can easily send and receive e-invoices via the Peppol network. Once your organization is connected through Payt, invoices are sent directly via Peppol.
When invoicing through Payt, you’re using Peppol by default. Plus, you benefit from Payt’s additional advantages:
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