- Electronic Invoicing Initiative: Bahrain is exploring the implementation of an electronic invoicing system to enhance VAT compliance and revenue collection, following successful models in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.
- Background on VAT Evolution: Initially adopting a 5% VAT in January 2019, Bahrain increased the rate to 10% in January 2022 to address economic challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic, making the introduction of electronic invoicing a vital strategy for improving tax transparency and reducing fraud.
- Goals and Benefits: The adoption of electronic invoicing aims to simplify administrative processes for businesses, optimize economic policy through better data access, and support Bahrain’s fiscal balance program, ultimately enhancing economic transparency and tax compliance.
Source Edicom
