APAC · STA (State Taxation Administration)
China
Fully Digitised Electronic Fapiao (全电发票) replaces traditional paper Fapiao. National rollout completed end-2024; all taxpayers must issue via STA e-Fapiao platform.
// Phased rollout
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01 Dec 2021 · livePilot — Shanghai/Guangdong/Inner MongoliaInitial pilot.
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01 Aug 2023 · liveNationwide rolloutPhased province-by-province nationwide rollout.
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31 Dec 2024 · liveFull coverageAll taxpayers nationwide on Fully Digitised Fapiao.
// Penalties
Up to RMB 50,000; suspension of Fapiao issuance for repeat offenders.
// ERP implementation notes
SAP S/4HANA (incl. DRC) & SAP ECC
SAP DRC China: CN_INVOICE; Golden Tax integration; e-Fapiao via Aisino, Baiwang, NetEase Yuan, etc.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (F&O + Business Central)
D365 F&O China legacy localisation + Aisino Golden Tax connector.
// Frequently asked questions
When does China e-invoicing become mandatory?
See the phased rollout section above for the full schedule. The China mandate is administered by STA (State Taxation Administration).
What schema does China use for e-invoicing?
China uses Fully Digitised Fapiao (PDF/OFD/XML). Transmission: STA e-Fapiao platform.
Which ERPs support China e-invoicing today?
See the ERP implementation notes section above. Cloudare implements e-invoicing on Oracle Fusion, Oracle EBS, NetSuite, SAP, MS Dynamics, Zoho, Odoo, Sage, QuickBooks, and Tally — each with country-specific guidance.
What is the archive retention period for China e-invoices?
10 years from end of tax period.