Create a ZUGFeRD invoice online
Create a hybrid e-invoice with a readable PDF and embedded XML invoice data – directly in your browser.
PDF and XML in one file
Digital invoice exchange
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What is a ZUGFeRD invoice?
ZUGFeRD is a hybrid electronic invoice format. It combines a readable PDF/A-3 document with structured XML data that accounting systems can process automatically.
With Baviora, you enter the sender, recipient, line items and tax information online and receive a ZUGFeRD invoice that can be sent like a regular PDF.
The format is ideal for businesses and freelancers who want to digitise invoice workflows and provide machine-readable invoice data.
How to create a ZUGFeRD invoice
Enter company and customer details.
Add line items, taxes and payment details.
Create, review and download the ZUGFeRD PDF.
Benefits of ZUGFeRD invoices
Hybrid and practical
People read the PDF while software processes the embedded XML data.
Less manual entry
Structured data makes automated processing easier for recipients.
Entirely online
Create your invoice in the browser without installing software.
Professional PDF
The invoice remains visible, reviewable and easy to send.
Who is ZUGFeRD for?
Freelancers
Send professional e-invoices without complex accounting software.
Small businesses
Standardise invoice exchange with customers and partners.
B2B invoices
Provide machine-readable data for digital accounting workflows.
German business partners
Use an established hybrid e-invoice format for the German market.
ZUGFeRD versus a standard invoice PDF
Standard PDF
Contains visible information that often needs to be entered manually.
ZUGFeRD PDF
Adds structured, machine-readable XML data to the visible document.
Frequently asked questions
How is ZUGFeRD different from a PDF?
A ZUGFeRD invoice is a PDF/A-3 document with embedded structured XML invoice data.
Can recipients open it normally?
Yes. It opens like a regular PDF, while compatible software can read the XML data.
Do I need to install anything?
No. You create the ZUGFeRD invoice directly in your browser.
Can I download the invoice?
Yes. The completed file is available to download and send immediately.
Simple digital invoicing
"The e-invoice was quick to create and ready to send to our business customer."
"The PDF stays readable while the invoice data is also available in a structured format."
