The main takeaways
Since 1 September 2026, e-invoicing is now a legal obligation. We explain what the reform entails, who it is for and which purchases are concerned on SNCF Connect!
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Electronic invoicing: how does it work?
The reform concerns companies subject to VAT in France, including those benefiting from the exemption from VAT. It requires invoices to be sent and received in a standardised and structured digital format through secure exchange platforms approved by the State.
An electronic invoice will therefore be issued by SNCF Voyageurs to professional customers for any purchase of an SNCF Voyageurs product made with a company code.
Good to know
If you need an expense report or to justify a payment with your credit card, you can always obtain proof of purchase on SNCF Connect. It is available after validation of your order and for 13 months.
Which purchases on SNCF Connect are affected by the electronic invoice?
Train tickets operated by SNCF Voyageurs as well as the discount cards and subscriptions mentioned below are eligible:
- TGV INOUI, INTERCITÉS, OUIGO, TER (except ZOU! trains operated by Transdev), SBB, Deutsche Bahn in cooperation with SNCF Voyageurs and if in connection with a train operated by SNCF.
- The Avantage or Liberté card, the PASS TGV INOUI Hebdo or Monthly, the Weekly or Monthly Pass.
Please note: For international journeys, the calculation of VAT depends on the rules applicable in each country. Eurostar and ZOU! operated by Transdev as well as TER cards and subscriptions are not eligible for electronic invoicing.
Questions & Answers
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The company code, also known as the FCE code, is an identification code issued by SNCF Voyageurs. You can create an FCE code, or update the information associated with your company's FCE code, at codefce.sncf-voyageurs.com. This code can then be shared with the company's employees for their business purchases.
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To register or change your company code (or FCE code): log in from the "Account" section, click on "Professional Area" and on "Pro Contract".
Once the code has been registered, you can use it for your business to purchase a discount card or season ticket as well as for your train tickets by declaring a business travel reason on the search page. Remember to be logged in to your customer account when making your purchase.
Please note: an electronic invoice is issued by SNCF Voyageurs if the company code (or FCE code) is entered before the order is validated. Changing the reason for the trip after purchase will not trigger or cancel the automatic sending of the invoice.
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Electronic invoices are sent to the approved platform of the company associated with the company code entered at the time of purchase. This company code allows SNCF Voyageurs to rely on the information provided when the code was created (or when the SNCF Pro Contract was signed).
By default, SNCF Voyageurs uses the SIREN number as the routing identifier. However, the company may choose a different identifier via the codefce.sncf-voyageurs.com website.
Please note: as a buyer, you will not receive an electronic invoice by e-mail from SNCF Voyageurs. The invoice is sent directly to the company linked to the company code used for your business purchases. -
If your order is eligible for electronic invoicing, SNCF Voyageurs will issue your invoice approximately 48 hours after validation of your purchase.
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