Chorus Pro
Chorus Pro is France's official electronic invoicing platform for public sector transactions, streamlining B2G financial exchanges with compliance tools.
Overview
Chorus Pro is the French government's mandated electronic invoicing platform, centralizing all business-to-government (B2G) financial exchanges. It serves as a secure hub for submitting, tracking, and managing invoices, ensuring regulatory compliance while reducing administrative burdens for businesses of all sizes.
Key Features
- Invoice Management: Submit and track invoices in real-time, with automated validation checks to reduce errors.
- Multi-Channel Input: Supports manual entry, file uploads (PDF), and automated integrations via EDI (SFTP) or API connections.
- Standards Compliance: Uses Universal Business Language (UBL) XML format for international compatibility.
- Audit Trails: Maintains secure records of all transactions for compliance and transparency.
- Public Entity Directory: Integrated search tool for verifying public sector recipients.
Integration Options
Businesses can connect to Chorus Pro through:
- Manual Portal Entry: For low-volume users (fewer than 50 invoices/year).
- File Uploads: Batch upload via the portal (requires digital certificates).
- Automated Connections:
- EDI: Secure SFTP transfers with RGS-level 2 certificate authentication.
- API: Preferred method for high-volume users, eliminating certificate requirements.
Recent Developments
- Double Authentication: Implemented in March 2025 to enhance security.
- Milestone Achievement: Processed over 80 million invoices in 2024.
- Continuous Updates: Monthly release notes detail platform improvements.
Who Uses Chorus Pro?
- French public entities (central government, local authorities)
- Suppliers to the public sector (SMEs to multinational corporations)
- Sole proprietors and international businesses operating in France
Considerations
- Language: Primarily available in French.
- Learning Curve: Portal navigation requires initial familiarization.
- Support: Offers online resources, webinars, and virtual assistant support.
Regulatory Context
Chorus Pro implements French ordinances and decrees on electronic invoicing, including specific guidelines for public works contracts. Suppliers must comply with mandated formats and submission timelines.
For detailed technical documentation, see the Chorus Pro community portal.