What is a GLN number?

A GLN (Global Location Number) is an additional identifier within the Peppol network. It can be used alongside the VAT number or company number to identify a specific entity, department, or location within an organization.

A customer can therefore have multiple GLN numbers for different branches or invoicing points. By adding a GLN number to a customer, you ensure that the invoice is correctly delivered to the right location within the organization.

Invoices are sent by default via Peppol based on the customer's VAT or company number. This number is used to identify the customer on the Peppol network so that invoices can be delivered correctly. However, when a GLN number is set, this takes priority and the invoice is sent via this GLN number.

How to add a GLN number

Do you want to send invoices via a GLN number instead of the VAT number? This can easily be set at customer level. Follow the steps below:

1. Go to Clients in the left menu.
2. Open the client to whom you want to assign a GLN number.
3. Click Update (or Create for a new client).
4. Navigate to the Peppol ID field.
5. Select GLN (prefix 0088) in the scheme.
6. Enter the GLN number.
7. Click Update client or Create client to save the changes.

From now on, the system will send invoices using the entered GLN number instead of the VAT number.