Senegal electronic invoicing: where do we stand in 2026?
Since 2024, Senegal''s DGID (General Directorate of Taxes and Domains) has rolled out progressive dematerialization of invoicing for "real regime" taxpayers. Companies above the revenue threshold (sector-dependent, typically > 50 million FCFA) must now issue invoices compliant with OHADA requirements and maintain digital sales tracking.
This article reviews current obligations and the 8 main SaaS tools that let a Senegalese SME get compliant — from free up to 100 EUR/month.
OHADA + DGID regulatory framework
| Reference | Source | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| OHADA Uniform Accounting Act (AUDCIF) | OHADA, 2017 | SYSCOHADA Revised chart of accounts |
| Senegal General Tax Code | DGID, annual update | Invoicing obligations |
| Law 2008-12 data protection | CDP Senegal | Client data storage |
| VAT / NINEA / RCCM mentions | DGID + Commercial Court | Mandatory on every invoice |
Minimum mandatory mentions on a Senegalese invoice in 2026:
- Non-modifiable sequential invoice number
- Issue date
- Seller name + address + NINEA + RCCM
- Client name + address + NINEA (if business)
- Precise description of goods/services
- Pre-tax price, VAT rate (18% or exempt), VAT amount, total price
- Payment method and terms
- Signature or stamp (paper version; replaced by secure hash in digital)
Modern invoicing workflow
A full SME cycle in 2026 looks like:
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Lead → Quote (e-signed) → Purchase Order (PO)
→ Delivery Note (DN) → Invoice → Auto-reminder if > 30d
→ Payment collection (Wave / OM / wire) → Bookkeeping reconciliation
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Modern SaaS tools cover this whole cycle. Here are the 8 retained.
8 invoicing tools compared
| Tool | Entry price (EUR/mo) | Origin | OHADA? | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| QuickBooks Online | 17 (Simple Start) | Intuit US/UK | Manually adapted | Micro / SME |
| Sage 100 Cloud | 50-150 per module | Sage FR | Yes (OHADA version) | Structured SME |
| Wave Accounting | 0 (free) | Wave US | Manually adapted | Micro / freelance |
| Pennylane | 29 (Smart) | Pennylane FR | Partial | France + WAEMU SMEs |
| Tiime | 15 (Start) | Tiime FR | Partial | Freelance / micro |
| Indy | 12 (Premium) | Indy FR | Partial | Self-employed |
| Henrri | 0 (free Sellsy) | Sellsy FR | Adapted | Micro freemium |
| Custom Kolonell | quote | Local | Native | Senegal SME |
Strengths and weaknesses per tool
QuickBooks Online: global leader, large ecosystem, FCFA multi-currency OK, but the chart of accounts is not SYSCOHADA by default — accounts must be manually mapped to the OHADA reference. Plan 1-2 days of accountant time for initial config.
Sage 100 Cloud BTP / Production / Management: only major vendor offering an official OHADA version. Higher cost (50-150 EUR/month depending on modules) but it''s the reference for structured SMEs wanting production-ready accounting from day 1.
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Wave Accounting: 100% free for invoicing + basic accounting, paid only on card payments. Ideal micro / freelance starter. Limitations: no native OHADA support, English-only interface, limited customer support.
Pennylane: positioned as "augmented accountant", widely used in metropolitan France. Good UX, automatic bank integration. To evaluate for Franco-Senegalese SMEs with accounting in France.
Tiime / Indy / Henrri: three French consumer-grade solutions targeting freelancers and sole traders. No native OHADA support but issuing Senegal-compliant invoices is feasible by configuring custom legal mentions.
Senegal payment integrations
For an invoice to be "actually payable" from Dakar, you need at minimum:
- Wave Business: official API available, integrable via webhook or Zapier on any modern tool
- Orange Money Business: less open API, often via aggregators (PayDunya, InTouch, CinetPay)
- Bank wire: IBAN/RIB included in the invoice, manual or OCR auto-reconciliation
At Kolonell, we ship websites with a custom invoicing module that pushes Wave/OM payments directly into QuickBooks or Sage depending on the client''s choice.
FAQ
Am I required to issue electronic invoices in Senegal in 2026?
For "real regime" taxpayers (revenue > DGID sector-dependent threshold), yes, dematerialization is underway. For "forfait" or CGU regime taxpayers, paper invoices remain authorized but digital archiving is recommended.
Which software should a micro-business start with?
Wave Accounting free if you''re comfortable in English and willing to manually configure OHADA. QuickBooks Simple Start 17 EUR/month for a more polished UX. Henrri freemium for very small French-speaking activity.
How much does full OHADA compliance cost?
Initial setup accountant + tool: 200,000 to 800,000 FCFA depending on complexity. Monthly subscription: 10,000 to 100,000 FCFA depending on tool. Annual accountant maintenance: 500,000 to 2,000,000 FCFA.
Can I accept Wave and Orange Money on my invoice?
Yes, it''s become standard. Indicate Wave and OM merchant numbers on the invoice, and ideally a direct payment link (PayDunya, CinetPay) that generates a QR code.
How do I securely archive my electronic invoices?
DGID requires 10-year archiving. Solutions: SaaS cloud (QuickBooks, Sage) + S3/Backblaze backup + timestamped PDF/A export monthly.
Let''s talk about your invoicing setup
Are you in the real regime and looking to get compliant? We audit your process and propose the tool + accountant stack. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
