Global Peppol Network Statistics

Explore live data and emerging patterns from the worldwide Peppol infrastructure. With 1.4 million linked organizations spanning 98 nations and over 6 million monthly transactions.

The Peppol ecosystem achieved an unprecedented benchmark in 2025 through remarkable expansion and international acceptance. From 110,000 participants in 2019 to 1.4 million presently - representing a 1,173% surge.

1.4 Million Participants

Linked internationally through 300+ accredited Access Points across 98 nations. Spanning SMEs to multinational corporations and public institutions.

6+ Million Transactions

Processed monthly through the infrastructure. Invoices, purchase orders, credit memos and additional business records with 99.9% availability.

€17.80 Per-Invoice Savings

Per transaction (€6.60 vendor + €11.20 purchaser). Demonstrated return on investment through manual process elimination and error reduction.

International Peppol Infrastructure

Discover which territories participate in the Peppol ecosystem and their transaction activity levels.

Visual representation of all participating territories and their Peppol engagement

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Understanding Our Data Sources

Live Information
  • Dynamic territorial visualization (API-powered)
  • Count of participating territories
  • Authorized Peppol governance bodies
  • Transaction categories (Peppol BIS)
Analytical Estimates
  • Participant organization counts
  • Annual transaction volumes
  • Expansion rates
  • Industry segmentation

Analytical estimates represent credible approximations derived from authoritative sources and industry analysis. For precise metrics, reference OpenPeppol.org and directory.peppol.eu.

Essential Network Indicators 2025

Primary metrics from the Peppol infrastructure, sourced from authoritative references and contemporary market analysis from OpenPeppol, European Commission and prominent research institutions.

Registered Participants

1.4M

Entities internationally capable of exchanging records through Peppol. Expansion of 1,173% since 2019.

Global Territories

98

Nations with enrolled Peppol members. 65 territories with operational document transmission.

Monthly Volume

6M+

Monthly transacted records: invoices, purchase orders, credit memos and additional commercial documentation.

Governance Bodies

23

Authorized national governance entities administering the Peppol ecosystem and issuing certifications.

Gateway Providers

300+

Accredited gateway providers linking entities to the Peppol infrastructure.

System Availability

99.9%

Infrastructure uptime through rigorous SLA standards and ISO 27001 accreditation.

Netherlands: Continental Frontrunner

The Netherlands demonstrates exemplary Peppol integration with universal public sector connectivity established in 2017.

The Dutch Peppol Authority (NPa) enables smooth adoption for governmental and commercial sectors alike. As a pioneering nation, the Netherlands showcases how systematic implementation generates substantial operational advantages.

Dutch Implementation Highlights
  • Public Sector Coverage: 100% of governmental bodies connected since 2017
  • Municipal Integration: 95% of sub-national authorities utilizing electronic invoicing
  • Identification Framework: Chamber of Commerce numbers (0106) and VAT identifiers (9944)
  • Electronic Procurement: Central government accepting e-orders via Peppol since 2023
  • Commercial Adoption: Increasing voluntary participation without B2B requirements

Dutch Peppol Authority (NPa)

Established October 1, 2020 under the Ministry of the Interior and Kingdom Relations. Operational execution by Logius, RVO and RDI. The Netherlands embraces Peppol BIS 3.0 while maintaining backward compatibility for UBL-OHNL, SI-UBL 2.0 and NLCIUS specifications.

Comprehensive Network Examination

Detailed breakdown of global distribution, supported transaction types, and technical infrastructure.

Geographic Distribution

The Peppol framework exhibits varying adoption patterns across continents, with Europe maintaining leadership while Asia-Pacific demonstrates the most rapid expansion trajectory.

European Dominance

19 of 23 governance bodies. Leading examples: Norway (84% B2B penetration), Sweden (99% B2G coverage). Mature market with established regulatory frameworks.

Asia-Pacific Growth

3 authorities with accelerating momentum. Singapore functions as regional nucleus, Australia reports 66% cost reductions. Fastest-growing market segment.

Emerging Markets

New Zealand showcases 287% expansion (Feb-Mar 2025). North American engagement remains commercial-driven without formal governance structures. Growing international interest.

Supported Transaction Categories

The Peppol infrastructure accommodates diverse Peppol BIS (Business Interoperability Specifications) enabling complete procurement-to-payment workflows:

Electronic Invoices

BIS Billing 3.0 - Approximately 50M+ annually. Primary transaction type with credit note functionality included.

Purchase Orders

BIS Ordering 3.2 - Estimated 6M+ yearly. Complete procurement cycle with order response and confirmation messages.

Additional Documents

Product catalogues (BIS 3.2), shipping notifications (BIS 3.1), invoice responses (BIS 3.1). Supporting comprehensive business operations.

Technical Infrastructure Standards

All Peppol transmissions utilize AS4 protocol (required since February 2020), UBL 2.1 or UN/CEFACT CII formatting, EN 16931 conformity for invoices, and comprehensive encryption with centralized PKI administration.

Global Peppol Governance Bodies

Twenty-three authorized governance entities oversee the international Peppol infrastructure.

23 Authorized Bodies Administer the International Framework

The Peppol ecosystem operates under 23 authorized governance entities accountable for accreditation, monitoring and administration within their jurisdictions. From continental Europe to Asia-Pacific regions.

23 Authorized Bodies
98 Participating Nations
300+ Accredited Gateways

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Prepared to Join the Peppol Network?

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