{"id":19776,"date":"2026-04-28T15:19:47","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:19:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/?p=19776"},"modified":"2026-04-28T15:21:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T13:21:33","slug":"what-is-verifactu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/en\/what-is-verifactu\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Verifactu?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div   class='avia-fullscreen-slider main_color   avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  container_wrap fullsize'  >\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d\">\n#top #wrap_all .avia-slideshow .av-slideshow-caption.av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d__0 .avia-caption-title{\ncolor:#004f9e;\n}\n#top .avia-slideshow .av-slideshow-caption.av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d__0 .avia-caption-content{\ncolor:#004f9e;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-slideshow av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d avia-slideshow-extra_large av_fullscreen avia-slide-slider av-slideshow-ui av-control-default av-slideshow-manual av-loop-once av-loop-manual-endless av-default-height-applied   avia-slideshow-1' data-slideshow-options=\"{&quot;animation&quot;:&quot;slide&quot;,&quot;autoplay&quot;:false,&quot;loop_autoplay&quot;:&quot;once&quot;,&quot;interval&quot;:5,&quot;loop_manual&quot;:&quot;manual-endless&quot;,&quot;autoplay_stopper&quot;:false,&quot;noNavigation&quot;:false,&quot;bg_slider&quot;:true,&quot;keep_padding&quot;:false,&quot;hoverpause&quot;:false,&quot;show_slide_delay&quot;:0,&quot;slide_height&quot;:&quot;100&quot;,&quot;image_attachment&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\"  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><ul class='avia-slideshow-inner ' style='padding-bottom: 100%;'><li style='background-position:top center;' data-img-url='https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3500a530-d71b-424d-ae14-6562a343542f-2026-04-28.jpeg' class='avia-slideshow-slide av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d__0  av-single-slide slide-1 slide-odd'><div data-rel='slideshow-1' class='avia-slide-wrap '   ><div class='av-slideshow-caption av-moiniuwp-1bd481c08d804b5402530b687941e58d__0 caption_fullwidth caption_bottom'><div class=\"container caption_container\"><div class=\"slideshow_caption\"><div class=\"slideshow_inner_caption\"><div class=\"slideshow_align_caption\"><h1 class='avia-caption-title '  itemprop=\"name\" >What is VeriFactu?<\/h1><div class='avia-caption-content av_inherit_color'  itemprop=\"description\" ><p>VeriFactu is Spain\u2019s new mandatory standard for \u201cverifiable invoicing\u201d and will fundamentally change how companies issue, store and report invoices to the Spanish tax authority (AEAT). The goal is simple: every invoice becomes tamper\u2011proof, traceable and \u2013 if you choose the Veri*Factu mode \u2013 directly verifiable online by AEAT and your customer.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='av-section-color-overlay' style='opacity: 0.6; background-color: #ffffff; '><\/div><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div id='after_full_slider_1'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-19776'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='flex_column av-26rnr9c-b6b8fc8b915f210a4e3f243789c10287 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_fullscreen  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-moin2gfb-00b3d06d0eceba73bd24a939083e03c8 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"1-what-is-verifactu\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">What is VeriFactu?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu (officially: \u201cinvoicing system that guarantees the integrity, preservation, accessibility, readability, traceability and unalterability of invoicing records\u201d) is the Spanish e\u2011reporting and secure invoicing framework created under the Anti\u2011Fraud Law and Royal Decree 1007\/2023.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">In practical terms, VeriFactu means:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Every invoice you issue must create a secure, unalterable electronic record.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">This record is chained cryptographically to previous records so that any later manipulation becomes visible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Your invoicing software must meet strict technical requirements and may be certified by AEAT.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">In Veri*Factu mode, invoice records are transmitted (almost) in real time to the tax agency and a QR code + specific phrase is added to each invoice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">The system applies across Spain except the Basque Foral territories, which have their own specific frameworks.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"2-why-is-spain-introducing-verifactu\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Why is Spain introducing VeriFactu?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Spain\u2019s Anti\u2011Fraud Law 11\/2021 aims to fight undeclared sales, \u201cdouble books\u201d and invoice manipulation by forcing all businesses to use secure invoicing systems. VeriFactu is the technical pillar of this strategy:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">It closes the door to software that allows hidden sales or invoice deletion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">It gives AEAT a clear, near real\u2011time view of invoiced transactions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">It simplifies audits and reduces disputes over invoice authenticity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">It supports digitalisation of SMEs by pushing them to modern invoicing tools.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">For businesses, this means compliance is not optional . Uncertified or non\u2011compliant software can lead to penalties and may be forbitten to do business in Spain.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"3-who-must-comply--and-when\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Who must comply \u2013 and when?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu affects almost everyone issuing invoices in Spain: companies, freelancers and professionals, in B2B, B2C and B2G scenarios.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Current timeline (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.boe.es\/diario_boe\/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2025-24446\" rel=\"noopener\">after recent extensions<\/a>):<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Corporate Income Tax payers (SL, SA and other capital companies): mandatory from 1 January 2027.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Self\u2011employed individuals \/ professionals (IRPF): mandatory from 1 July 2027.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Before these dates, you are expected to prepare, test and migrate your systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">There is no \u201csmall business\u201d exemption from the principle: eventually, all taxpayers who issue invoices with Spanish VAT must comply, although phasing may differ based on size.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">If you are an international company selling into Spain, you must check whether you issue Spanish invoices (with Spanish VAT) and whether your ERP\/POS stack is used on Spanish territory \u2013 if yes, VeriFactu will apply.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"4-key-technical-principles-what-your-software-must\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Key technical principles: what your software must do<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu is not a platform you log into, but a set of technical rules that your billing software must follow. The core requirements include:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"41-unalterable-invoice-records\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Unalterable invoice records<\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Each invoice must generate a\u00a0<strong>Billing Information Record<\/strong>\u00a0that:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Contains all mandatory tax data: issuer and customer IDs, dates, VAT breakdown, amounts, series, etc.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Includes a\u00a0<strong>cryptographic hash<\/strong>\u00a0so any later change can be detected.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Is time\u2011stamped and stored in a way that guarantees preservation and readability for years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">The law explicitly forbids features that allow deletion or hidden modification of invoices in the system.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"42-chaining-and-electronic-signatures\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">4.2 Chaining and electronic signatures<\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">To guarantee traceability, VeriFactu uses two main security mechanisms:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\"><strong>Chaining of records:<\/strong>\u00a0each new invoice record includes the hash of the previous one, forming a chain. If a past invoice is changed or removed, the chain breaks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\"><strong>Electronic signature \/ seal:<\/strong>\u00a0records (and often the invoices) are signed electronically, authenticating origin and integrity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Your software must handle these cryptographic operations automatically in the background.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"43-qr-code-and-aeat-verification-text\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">4.3 QR code and AEAT verification text<\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">A \u201cVeriFactu invoice\u201d will typically contain:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">A\u00a0<strong>QR code<\/strong> that customers and inspectors can scan to verify authenticity and, in VeriFactu mode, check registration with AEAT.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">The phrase \u201cInvoice verifiable at the AEAT electronic headquarters\u201d or \u201cVERI*FACTU\u201d (in Spanish) printed on the invoice, as defined by the regulation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">This way each invoice is a verifiable document and making inspections much faster.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"5-verifactu-vs-nonverifactu-modes\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Veri<em>Factu vs non\u2011Veri<\/em>Factu modes<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">AEAT distinguishes two modes of operation for compliant systems:<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"51-verifactu-mode-online-with-aeat-connection\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">VERIFACTU mode (online, with AEAT connection)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">In VERIFACTU mode:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Each invoice record is transmitted automatically and in near real time to AEAT.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">AEAT confirms receipt and may generate data that feeds the QR code.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">The QR code, when scanned, shows a positive verification on AEAT\u2019s electronic headquarters.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">AEAT effectively becomes the custodian of your invoice records.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Benefits: maximum transparency, easier audits, possibly simpler VAT returns because AEAT already has much of your data.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"52-nonverifactu-mode-offline-no-automatic-sending\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Non\u2011VERI*FACTU mode (offline, no automatic sending)<\/h3>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">In non\u2011VERIFACTU mode:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Your software still creates secure, chained, unalterable records.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">No VeriFactu QR code is printed; no real\u2011time transmission occurs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Records are stored locally (or in your system) and must remain ready for later inspection or submission.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Both modes comply with Royal Decree 1007\/2023, but only VERIFACTU mode gives the \u201clive\u201d verification experience and shifts custody of records to AEAT.<\/p>\n<p>The complete documentation about the technical details als API can be found here: <a href=\"https:\/\/verifactu-aeat.github.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/verifactu-aeat.github.io\/<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"6-relationship-to-sii-and-existing-spanish-systems\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Relationship to SII and existing Spanish systems<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Many large companies in Spain already know\u00a0<strong>SII (Suministro Inmediato de Informaci\u00f3n)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 the Immediate Supply of Information for VAT \u2013 which requires near real\u2011time reporting of VAT ledger entries. VeriFactu is different:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">SII focuses on VAT ledgers and applies mainly to companies above certain revenue thresholds.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu focuses on the\u00a0<strong>invoicing software itself<\/strong>\u00a0and the integrity of each invoice record.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu extends secure e\u2011reporting obligations to\u00a0<strong>all<\/strong>\u00a0businesses and freelancers, not just large taxpayers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">For many businesses, both systems will coexist: VeriFactu secures and reports invoices; SII uses that data for VAT reporting.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"7-legal-consequences-and-penalties\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">Legal consequences and penalties<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Spain backs VeriFactu with meaningful fines to ensure adoption:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Using uncertified or non\u2011compliant invoicing software can result in penalties up to 50,000 EUR per fiscal year in some scenarios.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Intentionally manipulating records or using systems designed to hide sales can lead to higher sanctions and criminal exposure under the Anti\u2011Fraud Law.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">AEAT has clear powers to audit not just your figures, but also the technical characteristics of your billing solution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">From a risk\u2011management perspective, migrating early and documenting your approach is far cheaper than waiting until the last moment and facing emergency projects, errors and possible fines.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"8-what-it-means-for-your-business-processes\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg &#091;hr+&amp;&#093;:mt-4\">What it means for your business processes<\/h2>\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">VeriFactu is not just an IT topic: it touches finance, sales, operations and customer experience.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"81-impact-on-invoicing-and-pos\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Impact on invoicing and POS<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">You must ensure\u00a0<strong>all<\/strong>\u00a0invoicing channels (ERP, POS, e\u2011commerce, manual billing tools) produce VeriFactu\u2011compliant invoices.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">This usually requires either upgrading your software, adding a certified connector or moving to a solution already certified for the Spanish market.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">If you operate multiple locations, franchises or stores, you must coordinate deployment across all POS terminals and branches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"82-impact-on-accounting-and-reporting\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Impact on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/leistung\/debitorenbuchhaltung\/\">accounting<\/a> and reporting<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">With VeriFactu, invoice data is highly structured and traceable, which can streamline internal reporting and monthly closings.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Pre\u2011filled tax returns and simplified reconciliations become more realistic because AEAT already holds detailed invoice records.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Internal fraud or \u201cinformal\u201d sales become harder to hide, which is positive for governance but may require cultural change.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"83-impact-on-customers-and-partners\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 &#091;.has-inline-images_&amp;&#093;:clear-end text-base first:mt-0\">Impact on customers and partners<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">For customers, the QR code and AEAT verification message act as a\u00a0<strong>quality seal<\/strong>: they know the invoice is real and registered.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:pt-0 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:mb-2 &#091;&amp;&gt;p&#093;:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">For your auditors, banks and investors, VeriFactu can be a sign of robust compliance and process maturity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have any questions, feel free to ask us. We are able to set up a billing system for you that is compliant with the Live VERIFACTU System and manages your invoices as easy as possible completely automatic.<\/p>\n<div  class='avia-button-wrap av-1pdi6cg-09eee1788be236c895defa4f715d4575-wrap avia-button-center  avia-builder-el-3  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/en\/contact-us\/\" class=\"avia-button av-1pdi6cg-09eee1788be236c895defa4f715d4575 av-link-btn avia-icon_select-no avia-size-small avia-position-center avia-color-theme-color\" aria-label=\"Contact us\"><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Contact us<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-moin3w5k-57ee805a119f479e46f1e4372f789c5d\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-moin3w5k-57ee805a119f479e46f1e4372f789c5d{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-moin3w5k-57ee805a119f479e46f1e4372f789c5d .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-moin3w5k-57ee805a119f479e46f1e4372f789c5d .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-moin3w5k-57ee805a119f479e46f1e4372f789c5d av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_toggle_container '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >FAQ<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='togglecontainer av-moinb0d0-90929032e05041caaa4422f8fac7f61c av-elegant-toggle  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_heading  avia-builder-el-last  toggle_close_all'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\" >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-moin99ot-1894d88a8674e067436b47880c6fdd80'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-1' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-1' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-1' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Do I need to rebuild my entire billing system?\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Do I need to rebuild my entire billing system?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Do I need to rebuild my entire billing system?\">Do I need to rebuild my entire billing system?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-1' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-1' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"my-2 &#091;&amp;+p&#093;:mt-4 &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:inline-block &#091;&amp;_strong:has(+br)&#093;:pb-2\">Not necessarily. Many providers offer\u00a0<strong>connectors or APIs<\/strong> that sit between your existing ERP\/POS and AEAT, adding VeriFactu functionality without a full rebuild. However, your core system must allow integration, and any software that cannot generate immutable records may need to be replaced.<\/p>\n<p>We can help you integrate a Verifactu API for your business. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ideal-group.de\/en\/contact-us\/\">Contact us.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-moin9rji-cbc2fd7ffb9f44d97fb2b829e3f7430f'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-2' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Does VeriFactu apply to foreign companies?\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Does VeriFactu apply to foreign companies?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Does VeriFactu apply to foreign companies?\">Does VeriFactu apply to foreign companies?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-2' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, if you issue Spanish invoices (with Spanish VAT) or operate billing systems physically located in Spain, you are in scope, regardless of where your head office sits. Groups with shared ERPs must ensure their Spanish entities and operations conform to RSIF and VeriFactu laws.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-moina66f-88cbe3490587c85e5138a94897f820c2'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-3' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"What about credit notes and corrections?\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: What about credit notes and corrections?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: What about credit notes and corrections?\">What about credit notes and corrections?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-3' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Credit notes and corrections are also subject to the same principles \u2013 they must be recorded, chained and, in the Veri*Factu mode, reported to AEAT just like standard invoices. Corrections cannot erase history; they must be traceable adjustments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-moinas0q-c84a0f24a3d0d22e041c4710cb913668'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p id='toggle-toggle-id-4' data-fake-id='#toggle-id-4' class='toggler  av-title-above '  itemprop=\"name\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-4' data-slide-speed=\"200\" data-title=\"Do I have to send data in real time?\" data-title-open=\"\" data-aria_collapsed=\"Click to expand: Do I have to send data in real time?\" data-aria_expanded=\"Click to collapse: Do I have to send data in real time?\">Do I have to send data in real time?<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-4' aria-labelledby='toggle-toggle-id-4' role='region' class='toggle_wrap  av-title-above'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\" ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Real\u2011time transmission is required only if you opt for the VERI<em>FACTU mode. In non\u2011Veri<\/em>Factu mode, you keep secure records locally and provide them on request or at defined intervals. Many businesses will choose Veri*Factu for maximum transparency and simpler future audits. 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