The German routing system for electronic invoices. Unique identification and correct delivery to public contractors.
The Leitweg-ID is a unique identifier for public contractors in Germany who receive electronic invoices. It enables automatic delivery of XRechnung documents to the correct authority and organizational unit.
Mandatory Information
Since November 27, 2020, the correct Leitweg-ID is mandatory for all invoices to public contractors in Germany.
Ministries and subordinate federal authorities
Examples:
State ministries and state authorities
Examples:
Cities, municipalities and districts
Examples:
Universities, institutions, corporations
Examples:
Bundesministerium der Finanzen
Land Bayern
Stadt München
Universität Hamburg
Leitweg-ID does not meet format requirements
Solution: Correct format according to official specifications
Leitweg-ID is not found in directory
Solution: Request correct Leitweg-ID from recipient
Authority is temporarily not ready to receive
Solution: Use alternative transmission methods or try later
Technical delivery not possible
Solution: Contact Access Point Provider
Create XRechnung-compliant documents with correct Leitweg-ID validation.
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