Peppol e-invoicing in Belgium - Certified Access Point & SMP
Ready for the law of January 1, 2026?
D Soft guides you from audit to go-live.
Streamline your invoicing process and prepare your business for the future of digitization and e-invoicing with D Soft's reliable Peppol integration. As an official Peppol Service Provider, D Soft offers a complete solution for sending and receiving electronic invoices and other business documents via the Peppol network.
WHAT IS PEPPOL?
Peppol, or Pan-European Public Procurement Online, is a standardized network that enables the electronic exchange of invoices and other business documents. Peppol provides a secure, efficient and user-friendly way to send electronic documents, ideal for both accountants and business owners. Peppol uses Access Points as technical intermediate stations to transfer data securely and reliably.
WHY D Soft?
As a Peppol Service Provider, D Soft offers both Peppol Access Point and SMP accreditation. This makes us unique and allows us to keep all traffic in one hand, which offers a significant advantage over other providers. This allows us to efficiently help companies implement e-invoicing and Peppol integration into their existing systems.
Ready to digitize your business with Peppol?
Contact D Soft today at sales@dsoft.be and find out how we can support your organization with the perfect Peppol integration. Get your business ready for the future of e-invoicing!
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Peppol Directory: check recipient and look up ID
Search for recipient in the Peppol Directory
Peppol Directory: check recipient and look up ID
Many companies are unsure whether their customers are ready for Peppol. You can check this in a matter of seconds via the public Peppol Directory. D Soft is a certified Peppol Access Point & SMP and will guide you through the registration and lookup process.
What is the directory?
The Peppol Directory is a search tool that displays all registered participants. You can see who is connected, which document types (e.g., Invoice, Credit Note) they support, and which Peppol ID you need to route correctly.
Go directly to the search page
Go to directory.peppol.eu and enter the company name, VAT number, or Peppol ID.
How do you use the results?
1. Check whether the name and country match your customer or supplier.
2. Make a note of the Participant ID (Peppol ID) and the supported document types.
3. Can't find the recipient? Report it via peppol@dsoft.be; we will arrange the onboarding and SMP registration.
In our DocFlows/DocTrails implementation, we automate this lookup in your ERP or invoicing software, so that when you send a document, you immediately address the correct recipient and have fewer errors in the 4-corner model.
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The advantages of the D Soft - Peppol integration
Direct access to the Peppol network
D Soft customers can easily connect to Peppol without any technical complications and immediately send and receive electronic invoices.
Faster and more efficient invoicing
Thanks to Peppol's standardized formats, invoices are processed automatically, reducing administrative burdens.
Reduced errors and lower costs
By eliminating manual entry and paper invoices, errors and additional costs are significantly reduced.
Complying with legal requirements
With D Soft, you are always compliant with e-invoicing legislation, such as mandatory Peppol e-invoicing for public procurement in Belgium and other EU countries.
Secure and reliable document exchange
Peppol provides a secure platform for document exchange, reducing the risk of fraud and data loss.
Doing business internationally without worries
Peppol is used worldwide, allowing you to easily do business with companies and governments in other countries without worrying about different invoicing standards.
Seamless integration with existing systems
D Soft ensures that Peppol can be easily integrated into your existing ERP and accounting systems without major IT investments.
Connecting to the Peppol Network
D Soft is your ideal partner for connecting to the Peppol network. We provide the necessary tools for easy integration of Peppol into your business processes without major system changes. From invoices to packing slips, we support various document formats such as XML (UBL, INSBOU, DICO, iDoc), Edifact, CSV, TXT and PDF.
We also provide secure delivery via AS2, X400, FTP, and other channels.
In addition, we guarantee the authenticity and integrity of documents through our iSigner technology, ensuring you meet legal retention deadlines.
DocTrails is the solution for companies looking to integrate with the D Soft Access Point. The platform integrates seamlessly with your ERP system, providing streamlined communication and making future Peppol communications (such as order confirmations and packing slips) easy. With D Soft, you are assured of a solution that not only works today, but is future-proofed.
Peppol explained: from Access Point to e-invoice
A Peppol Access Point acts as the intermediary between companies, governments and the Peppol network. It ensures that documents, such as invoices, can be sent and received securely and in a standardized format (such as UBL or CII). Read more about D Soft as a Peppol Access Point.
A Peppol Service Metadata Publisher (SMP) is a registry that manages the address information of receivers on the Peppol network. This registry indicates which Access Point is being used and which messages can be received. An SMP is essential for companies that receive documents through Peppol. Read more about 'D Soft SMP Certified!'
The Service Metadata Locator (SML) is the key to dynamic participant discovery in the Peppol network. It ensures that the network remains scalable without requiring central management for an ever-increasing number of participants.
An SMP (Peppol Service Metadata Publisher ) is necessary for organizations that want to receive documents through Peppol. For companies that only send, a Peppol Access Point is sufficient. The SMP is also required to receive status messages when sending documents over the network.
The 4-corner model forms the basis of the Peppol network. In it, senders and receivers of documents communicate through service providers accredited by Peppol. This model provides a standardized way of communicating, allowing documents to be exchanged easily and securely.
The 5-corner model extends the 4-corner model by adding a fifth party: often a tax authority. This party adds an additional layer of compliance, allowing tax authorities to monitor transactions more efficiently and better prevent tax evasion.
Peppol invoices are electronic invoices sent and received through the Peppol network. They are prepared in a standardized format (UBL), which ensures automated, error-free processing and a significant reduction in administrative burden.
Peppol invoices are electronic invoices sent and received through the Peppol network. They are prepared in a standardized format (UBL), which ensures automated, error-free processing and a significant reduction in administrative burden.
In Belgium, there are only a limited number of organizations that offer a Peppol Service Metadata Publisher (SMP). An SMP is an essential part of the Peppol network and ensures that companies and governments can find each other and exchange electronic documents, such as e-invoices and purchase orders.
D Soft is an official, SMP-certified Peppol provider based in Flanders, Belgium.
We offer a fully managed SMP solution for companies, software suppliers, and government agencies that want to connect to the Peppol network.
Yes, for B2B from January 1, 2026 – source: SPF Finance
Live on Peppol in 5 steps
1. Analysis & scope: which documents (Invoice, Credit Note, Order, Order Response) and which ERP connector.
2. SMP registration: register your Peppol ID and capabilities so that partners can reach you.
3. Link & mapping: set up connector or API and map fields to EN 16931/Peppol BIS.
4. Test & monitor: sandbox + DocTrails for validations, code lists, and routing.
5. Go-live & support: enable production, activate alerts, and provide support line.
Would you like more detailed information about a specific sector? Visit our sector pages or schedule a Peppol call via peppol@dsoft.be.
Peppol by sector: construction, retail, government
Peppol use cases vary by sector. D Soft provides ready-made templates and mappings so you can go live faster and get fewer error codes.
Construction
Digital orders and invoices between main contractors, subcontractors, and wholesalers. Less retyping, more traceability via DocTrails.
Retail
Fast processing of supplier invoices and packing slips (EDI/Peppol). Automatic matching with POs and receipts via DocFlows rules.
Government
Comply with the Belgian e-invoicing obligation for 2026 and B2G requirements. SMP registration makes you findable in the Peppol Directory.
What's in it for you?
3 Key Takeaways for Entrepreneurs
START DIGITIZATION TODAY
Peppol offers easy implementation and numerous benefits. Get started now, because the future of e-invoicing has already begun.
PEPPOL IS ONLY THE BEGINNING
Peppol will expand to other documents such as purchase orders and debit notes. Prepare your business for the future.
GROWTH THROUGH DIGITALIZATION
Structuring your data through digitization ensures greater efficiency and growth.