Big Change Ahead: E-invoicing Goes Live in Belgium on January 1, 2026

At DSV Belgium, we’re ready to make this transition smooth for you. Our SAP-powered PEPPOL access point and DSV Billing Engine solution will ensure the invoices are validated and exchanged efficiently provided they include the right data.
Why does this matter? Because automation means fewer delays, fewer errors, and faster payments.

Important Note for DSV Belgian Customers and Suppliers
• All Belgian customers and suppliers have been notified about this change through email communication.
• Please ensure your ERP/accounting system supports PEPPOL BIS Billing 3.0 XML format.
• Suppliers must embed PDF invoices with operational data inside the XML for faster processing.

Contact Us
For questions about DSV e-invoicing, email: BE.SHA.e-invoicing@dsv.com

Frequently Asked Questions1. How will DSV be issuing invoices after 01/01/26?
Answer: From January 1st 2026, DSV will use PEPPOL Network to share .XML with embedded invoice in .pdf format.

2. Which format is required?
Answer: PEPPOL BIS Billing 3.0 XML format.

3. How will suppliers send invoices to DSV? Do suppliers need to embed a PDF in the XML?
Answer: Through the PEPPOL network using your ERP or accounting system. Yes, embedding the PDF ensures faster and seamless processing.

4. What are the PEPPOL IDs for DSV entities registered in Belgium?
Answer: Click here for the list of company name and PEPPOL ID.

5. Will .pdf invoice be continuously sent via email? 
Answer: For Belgium registered Customers the invoice will be sent only via Peppol Network. For next few months DSV will also share via .pdf till process is stable. 

For DSV Air and Sea other communication channels (EDI) will remain, however official invoices will be shared through Peppol Network. 

For non-Belgium registered Customers the invoice will continue as today. Invoice layout will change however content will remain the same. Further communication will be sent. 

6. Will any other document be attached to the .XML? 
Answer: No. The additional documents will be sent by email or will appear in my DSV.

7. What information will be included in the XML file?
Answer: .XML will contain only legally required fields.

8. Will DSV continue sending invoices to 3rd party for Belgium registered Customers? 
Answer: No, DSV will be sending invoices directly to PEPPOL Network.

9. What are DSV requirements for incoming invoices? 
Answer: Belgium registered suppliers are required to: 
- Follow the rules described in separate communication regarding mandatory fields in .XML 
- Stop sending invoices to mailbox anymore from 01/01/26 

Foreign suppliers: 
- Continue as is today