Convert PDF to ZUGFeRD
Upload your PDF invoice and receive a fully compliant ZUGFeRD 2.1 PDF/A-3 document with embedded XML — ready for automated processing.
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Accepted format: PDF · Max 20 MB
How PDF to ZUGFeRD Conversion Works
Upload Your Invoice
Drag and drop any standard PDF invoice. We extract the relevant financial data automatically.
Instant XML Generation
Our engine maps your invoice data to the ZUGFeRD 2.1 XML schema and validates it against EU business rules.
Download Compliant PDF
Receive a PDF/A-3 file with the XML embedded as an attachment — fully compliant and ready to send.
Why Choose ZUGFeRD for Your Invoices?
ZUGFeRD bridges the gap between traditional PDF invoices and fully electronic data exchange. By embedding structured XML inside a standard PDF, your invoices remain visually identical while becoming machine-readable — eliminating manual data entry, reducing errors, and accelerating payment cycles. It's the European standard trusted by thousands of companies for compliant B2B and B2G invoicing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ZUGFeRD?
ZUGFeRD (Zentraler User Guide des Forums elektronische Rechnung Deutschland) is a German e-invoicing standard that embeds structured XML data inside a PDF/A-3 document, making invoices both human-readable and machine-processable.
Is ZUGFeRD accepted across Europe?
Yes. ZUGFeRD 2.x is fully compatible with the French Factur-X standard and conforms to the European Norm EN 16931, making it valid for cross-border B2B and B2G invoicing throughout the EU.
Do I need to change my PDF layout?
No. Our converter preserves your existing PDF design. We embed the compliant XML payload as an attachment inside the PDF/A-3 container without altering the visual appearance.
Which ZUGFeRD profiles are supported?
We support all ZUGFeRD 2.1 profiles: Minimum, Basic WL, Basic, EN 16931 (Comfort), and Extended, so you can choose the level of detail that fits your workflow.
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