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Free PDF to UBL Converter (2025)

The complete guide to creating compliant UBL 2.1 XML invoices from your PDF documents.

In the modern world of business, sending a PDF invoice isn't always enough. Many governments and enterprise systems now require Electronic Invoicing in structured formats like UBL (Universal Business Language).

At pdfcanada.ca, we've built a simple, private way to convert your human-readable PDF invoices into machine-readable UBL XML files. Whether you're a freelancer dealing with a large government contract or a small business needing to modernize your billing, our PDF to UBL tool is here to help.

Best of all, we respect your privacy. All extraction and XML generation happens right on your device. Your sensitive financial data never touches a server.

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What is UBL (Universal Business Language)?

UBL is a standard XML format for business documents like invoices and purchase orders. Unlike a PDF, which is a "picture" of a document, UBL is structured data that computers can read automatically.

Why use UBL?

  • Automation: Systems can import UBL invoices directly without manual entry.
  • Compliance: It's the standard for Electronic Invoicing (E-Invoicing) in many regions (like PEPPOL in Europe).
  • Accuracy: Reduces errors caused by manual typing.

How to Convert PDF Invoice to UBL XML

Using our PDF to UBL converter is fast and secure. Here is how it works:

Step 1: Upload Your Invoice

Go to our PDF to UBL Tool and upload your PDF invoice. We support standard PDF invoices generated by most accounting software.

Step 2: Automatic Data Extraction

Our local AI scans your document for key information:

  • Vendor Name: Who is sending the invoice.
  • Invoice ID: The unique reference number.
  • Date: When the invoice was issued.
  • Amounts: Subtotal, Tax, and Total, including Currency.

Step 3: Verify and Edit

Because every PDF is different, we show you the extracted data for verification. specific UBL fields are strict, so ensuring the Date format (YYYY-MM-DD) and Currency code (e.g., USD, EUR) are correct is important. You can edit any field directly in our interface.

Step 4: Download UBL XML

Click Download UBL XML to generate the final file. This file is compliant with UBL 2.1 standards and can be imported into compatible accounting systems.

E-Invoicing Compliance

While our tool generates valid UBL 2.1 XML, e-invoicing requirements vary by country and network (like PEPPOL).

  • Structure: We use the standard UBL Invoice-2 schema.
  • Validation: We recommend validating the generated XML against your specific partner's requirements.
  • Privacy: Since we process locally, you maintain full control over your compliance data.

FAQ

Is this tool free?

Yes! The PDF to UBL converter is 100% free to use. Unlimited conversions, no sign-ups.

What version of UBL do you support?

We generate UBL version 2.1 XML files, which is the widely accepted standard for electronic invoicing.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. The conversion happens entirely in your browser. We never upload your invoice to any server.

Can I edit the extracted data?

Yes! You can review and modify all extracted fields (Vendor, Date, Amounts) before generating the XML to ensure accuracy.

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How to convert PDF invoice to UBL?

Use pdfcanada.ca's PDF to UBL tool to generate UBL XML files directly from your browser.

Quick Steps

  1. 1Select PDF
  2. 2Verify Data
  3. 3Download XML

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