Structured formats now mandatory – Under the ViDA directive, only structured electronic formats (XML, EDI, Factur-X) will qualify as valid e-invoices by 2030. Simple PDFs, even those sent by email, will no longer...
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Burkina Faso launches the Certified Electronic Invoice System
On January 6, 2026, the Ministry of Economy and Finance launched the Certified Electronic Invoice (FEC) system, facilitating real-time invoice clearance through a government platform, with mandatory implementation set...
3 weeks ago
New Zealand’s Phased E-Invoicing Rollout: Government-Led, Peppol Standard, Mandatory for Large Suppliers 2027
New Zealand is rolling out e-invoicing in phases, led by government procurement and using the Peppol framework, with key requirements in 2026 and 2027. E-invoicing is voluntary for B2B and B2C transactions, but becomes...
3 weeks ago
Malaysia Delays E-Invoicing for RM1m–RM5m Businesses to 2027, Expands Sector Coverage
Mandatory e-invoicing for businesses with RM1m–RM5m turnover is postponed to 1 January 2027, with an extended penalty-free transition. The mandatory threshold was raised from RM500,000 to RM1 million, excluding...
3 weeks ago
Romania: E-Invoice Deadlines Change to 5 Working Days for Invoices Issued from 2026
Invoices issued up to 31 December 2025 must be sent to RO e-Factura within 5 calendar days, including weekends and holidays. Invoices issued from 1 January 2026 must be sent within 5 working days, excluding weekends and...
3 weeks ago
North Macedonia to Mandate Real-Time B2B E-Invoicing via Central Platform from October 2026
North Macedonia is launching a mandatory B2B e-invoicing system (e-Faktura), with pilot testing in January 2026 and full implementation in October 2026. All B2B invoices must be sent to a central government platform...
3 weeks ago
Most Small Businesses Support Postponing the Implementation of the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF)
Nearly 80% of micro and small businesses support postponing the implementation of the National e-Invoice System (KSeF). 58% of surveyed entrepreneurs want the deadlines for KSeF introduction to be delayed. 54% believe...
3 weeks ago
Turkey Updates E-Invoice and E-Archive Standards, Mandatory from February 2026
Turkey has released technical updates for its e-Invoice (e-Fatura) and e-Archive Invoice (e-Arşiv) systems, effective February 2, 2026. The updates include new validation rules, data structures, and technical...
3 weeks ago
Turkey Updates E-Invoice System: New Technical Requirements Mandatory from February 2026
Turkey has released technical updates for its e-Invoice (e-Fatura) and e-Archive Invoice (e-Arşiv) systems, effective February 2, 2026. The updates include new validation rules, data structures, and technical...
3 weeks ago
New Zealand’s Phased E-Invoicing Rollout: Peppol Standard, Government-Led, Mandatory for Large B2G Suppliers 2027
New Zealand is rolling out e-invoicing in phases, led by government procurement and using the Peppol framework, with key dates in 2026 and 2027. E-invoicing is voluntary for most businesses (B2B/B2C), but becomes...
3 weeks ago
Poland Announces Phased Mandatory KSeF E-Invoicing Rollout Starting February 2026
Poland will implement mandatory e-invoicing via the KSeF system in phases starting February 2026. Large businesses (sales over PLN 200 million in 2024) must use KSeF from 1 February 2026; all other businesses from 1...
3 weeks ago
All Taxpayers, Including Local Governments, Must Receive Invoices via KSeF Starting February
All taxpayers, including local government units (JST), must receive invoices via the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) starting February. The gradual implementation applies only to issuing invoices in KSeF. There are...
3 weeks ago
Confirmation of KSeF-Invoiced Transactions: Voluntary Option and Documents for ONLINE, OFFLINE, Emergency Modes
Issuing a “transaction confirmation” for invoices in KSeF (National e-Invoicing System) is a completely voluntary option, not regulated by law. The confirmation can be provided after issuing an invoice in...
3 weeks ago
Designing an Audit-Ready Workflow: Transforming PDF Invoices into Structured, Compliant E-Invoices
PDF invoices are no longer sufficient due to new e-invoicing regulations requiring structured, machine-readable formats. An audit-ready e-invoice workflow uses centralized capture, OCR extraction, real-time validation...
4 weeks ago
Entrepreneurs Cite Constitution to Avoid e-Invoicing, Tax Office Refuses Exemptions
Entrepreneurs are submitting mass requests to be exempt from using the National e-Invoice System (KSeF), citing Article 51(2) of the Polish Constitution. The tax authorities (KAS) have issued a directive refusing such...
4 weeks ago
Last-Minute Code Changes to KSeF Risky, System Needs Stability Before Launch, Expert Warns
Implementing KSeF involves not just understanding new regulations but also integrating the programming interface. Last-minute code changes to KSeF are surprising and problematic, especially so close to the launch date...
4 weeks ago
Mandatory E-Invoicing System Deadline Approaches: Businesses Anxious, No Extension Planned by Finance Ministry
The Ministry of Finance will not postpone the deadline for implementing the mandatory National e-Invoicing System (KSeF). Entrepreneurs are citing the Polish Constitution to avoid KSeF, while programmers are surprised...
4 weeks ago
Electronic Invoicing Now Mandatory for Major Taxpayers and State Service Providers from January 2026
Electronic invoicing became mandatory on January 1, 2026. Large taxpayers and State service providers are specifically required to comply, with penalties for non-compliance. Other taxpayers may voluntarily adopt...
4 weeks ago
North Macedonia Launches E-Invoicing Pilot Ahead of Mandatory Rollout in October 2026
North Macedonia has started the pilot phase of its e-invoicing reform, with mandatory e-invoicing for all taxpayers set for 1 October 2026. Companies can now test the new e-invoicing system via an API on a centralised...
4 weeks ago
VAT Can Be Deducted from Invoices Issued Outside KSeF, If Other Key Conditions Are Met
From February 1, 2026, issuing invoices via the National e-Invoice System (KSeF) becomes mandatory for large companies, and from April 1, 2026, for all others. Until December 31, 2026, invoices can still be issued...
4 weeks ago
Fiscal Modernization in the Era of Tax 3.0: An Analytical Review of the OECD Guidelines on DCTR
The OECD’s framework on Digital Continuous Transactional Reporting (DCTR) marks a significant shift towards Tax Administration 3.0, moving from manual, retrospective reporting to automated, real-time compliance...
4 weeks ago
E-Invoicing & E-Reporting developments in the news in week 3/2026
Podcast on Spotify Follow the latest updates on E-Invoicing and Real Time Reporting on www.vatupdate.com and the LinkedIn pages on E-Invoicing/Real Time Reporting and ViDA. HIGHLIGHTS OF WEEKS 3/2026 NEW COLLECTION...
4 weeks ago
SAF-T vs E-Invoicing & E-Reporting: Key Differences in the Evolving Digital VAT Landscape
SAF-T provides a holistic, periodic, and audit-focused view of a business’s accounting data, enabling tax authorities to reconcile VAT returns and ensure end-to-end VAT integrity. E-invoicing and e-reporting are...
4 weeks ago
North Macedonia 2026: Key VAT Changes and E-Invoicing Rollout for Businesses
VAT exemption for small-value imports now limited to non-commercial shipments between individuals, with the EUR 22 threshold unchanged. Preferential 5% VAT rate for residential buildings and apartments extended until...
4 weeks ago
Press Conference on Launch of National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) and Its Implementation Steps
The press conference on January 16, 2026, discussed the implementation of the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF). KSeF will become mandatory in stages: from February 1, 2026, for large taxpayers (sales over 200 million...
4 weeks ago
E-Invoice 2026: New Deadlines, Non-Resident Rules, and Individual Registration Requirements
From 1 January 2026, the RO e-Invoice system is updated by GEO No. 89/2025 to address operational issues and expand fiscal control. Invoice submission deadline changes from 5 calendar days to 5 working days for both B2B...
4 weeks ago
Finance Ministry Confirms KSeF Launch Dates; No Delays, No Penalties in 2026
The Ministry of Finance confirmed there will be no postponement of the KSeF (National e-Invoice System) implementation. KSeF will be mandatory from February 1, 2026, for taxpayers with gross sales over 200 million PLN...
4 weeks ago
Press Conference on Launch of National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) and Its Implementation Steps
The press conference on January 16, 2026, discussed the implementation of the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF). KSeF will become mandatory in stages: from February 1, 2026, for large taxpayers (sales over 200 million...
4 weeks ago
