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BR-CL-15:Country codes in an invoice MUST be coded using ISO code list 3166-1
A country code in the invoice is not a valid ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code. All country fields must use 2-letter codes.
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AUTO-FIXAuto-fix: Same as BR-CL-14 - normalize country names and variations to valid ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 codes.
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Invoice rejected. Proper country codes are required for compliance and routing.
Common Causes
- Country code not from ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 list
- Full country name used instead of 2-letter code
- Invalid or obsolete country code in address
- Country code lowercase instead of uppercase
- 3-letter ISO code used instead of 2-letter
Frequently Asked Questions
A country code in the invoice is not a valid ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code. All country fields must use 2-letter codes.
A country code in the invoice is not a valid ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code. All country fields must use 2-letter codes. You can also use Invoice Navigator's automatic Fixer tool to correct this instantly.
Yes, BR-CL-15 is a critical error that will cause invoice rejection. It must be fixed before submission to ensure your invoice is accepted.
Many instances of BR-CL-15 can be automatically corrected using Invoice Navigator's Fixer tool. Upload your invoice and the tool will identify and fix common issues.
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Last updated: 16 January 2026
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