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What is Cross Industry Invoice (CII) Factur-X 1.0 ? and How Does It Work in the Webplanex App/Plugin?

By Vaishnavi
Updated on July 29, 2026

Factur-X 1.0 is a hybrid electronic invoicing format that combines a PDF/A-3 invoice with an embedded Cross Industry Invoice (CII) XML file in a single document. This allows the invoice to be both human-readable and machine-readable, making it easy to view, share, and process automatically. It is based on the EN 16931 European e-invoicing standard.

How to Enable Factur-X 1.0 in Webplanex Invoice /Plug-in?

Follow these steps to enable Factur-X 1.0 in the Plugin/App settings:

  1. Open the Plugin/App Settings page
  2. Navigate to the E-Invoice Settings section.
  3. Under Preferred Syntax, select Cross Industry Invoice (CII).
  4. Under Format, choose Factur-X 1.0..
  5. Click Save Settings to apply the changes.

Your plugin is now configured to generate invoices in the Factur-X 1.0 format

Understanding Tax Classifications

The Taxes section allows you to define how taxes are applied and reported in generated Factur-X 1.0 invoices.

1. Standard Rate

A Standard Rate is the normal tax rate applied to most goods and services.Use this category when products or services are subject to the regular tax rate in your country. Example : Product,Clothing, Furniture

Here you can select the I.Tax Scheme II.Tax Category III.Reason

2. Reduced Rate

A Reduced Rate is a lower tax rate applied to specific goods or services that receive tax benefits under local regulations.Use this category when government regulations allow a lower tax rate than the standard rate. Example : Medicines ,Essential Food Items,Books

Here you can select the I.Tax Scheme II.Tax Category III.Reason

3. Zero Rate

A Zero Rate means the tax percentage is 0%, but the transaction is still considered a taxable supply.

Here you can select the I.Tax Scheme II.Tax Category III.Reason

How can you Access the File and check Preview ?

Go to the Plugin/App Orders page, where you will find the option to download the Factur-X 1.0 invoice for your orders.

Benefits of Factur-X 1.0

 

  • Dual Format– – Combines a PDF invoice with embedded XML in one file
  • Automated Processing– Enables quick and accurate invoice processing.
  • Reduced Errors – Minimizes manual data entry mistakes.
  • ERP Compatible– Integrates seamlessly with ERP and accounting systems.
  • Improved Accuracy – Reduces errors through structured invoice data.
  • EN 16931 Compliant– Meets European e-invoicing standards.
  • Easy Archiving – Supports long-term storage with PDF/A-3 format.