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E-invoicing in Malaysia technical factsheet
Mandatory rollout begins August 2024: Malaysia’s Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) will require large taxpayers to adopt e-invoicing starting 1 August 2024, with full implementation for all businesses by July 2025...
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E-Invoicing in Belgium – Factsheet
Mandatory B2G e-invoicing: Since March 2024, all suppliers to Belgian public authorities must issue structured electronic invoices via the Peppol network, aligning with EU Directive 2014/55/EU. Upcoming B2B mandate:...
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Briefing Document & Podcast: Hungary’s Digital Tax Reporting Landscape: E‑Invoicing, E‑Reporting, SAF-T and E‑Transport
SUMMARY Executive Summary: Hungary has implemented a sophisticated suite of digital tax compliance systems, including real-time invoice data reporting (e-reporting), electronic invoicing (e-invoicing), a Standard Audit...
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Briefing document & Podcast: Kazakhstan Advances E-Invoicing and E-Reporting Mandate: Key Details for 2026 Implementation
Kazakhstan Advances E-Invoicing and E-Reporting Mandate: Key Details for 2026 Implementation Kazakhstan is preparing to overhaul its electronic invoicing and reporting framework with a draft law published on October 10...
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Comprehensive Guide to Mandatory E-Invoicing and Compliance in Denmark: Legal, Technical, and Standards
Covers introduction, general information, and legal basis for e-invoicing in Denmark Discusses mandatory e-invoicing requirements for B2G, B2B, and B2C sectors Explains technical infrastructure including NewHandel and...
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Malta Accelerates E-Invoicing and Real-Time VAT Reporting to Tackle High VAT Gap
Malta’s budget revealed a 24.2% VAT Gap, over twice the EU average. The Tax and Customs Administration (MTCA) will phase in e-reporting and pre-filled VAT returns, aligning with the 2030 e-invoicing mandate. The MTCA...
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South Africa Moves Toward Mandatory E-Invoicing: New Regulations, CTC Model, and Digital Integration
South Africa is moving toward mandatory e-invoicing, with a public consultation closed in September 2025 and a final bill expected in 2026; a second consultation will address technical standards. SARS is considering a...
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KSeF 2.0 Testing Begins: Early System Failures and Authentication Issues Reported
Testing of the KSeF 2.0 demo environment began, but users quickly encountered authentication issues, especially with the qualified seal method. The system only allowed authentication with the qualified seal starting...
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DIAN Shuts Down 47 Bogotá Businesses for Failing to Issue Electronic Invoices in October 2025
In October 2025, DIAN temporarily closed 47 businesses in Bogotá for failing to issue electronic invoices and meet tax obligations. The closures affected various sectors, including restaurants, bars, shops, and...
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Stamp Duty Data for Electronic Invoices Issued in the Third Quarter of 2025 Now Available
Data for determining the stamp duty on electronic invoices issued in the third quarter of 2025 is now available in the reserved area of the “Fatture e corrispettivi” portal. The tax administration provides...
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France Implements Mandatory Digital Tax Reporting and E-Invoicing for Businesses Starting 2026
France is implementing major digital tax reforms, including mandatory B2B e-invoicing and electronic reporting (e-reporting) for VAT-registered businesses. E-reporting requires businesses to report B2C, export, and...
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Malta’s VAT Gap Hits 24.2%, More Than Double EU Average, Prompting Digital Tax Reforms
Malta’s VAT gap in 2023 was 24.2%, over twice the EU average of 9.5%, indicating major revenue and compliance issues. Corporate tax compliance is low, with only 63% of returns filed for 2023 and 57% for 2024; on-time...
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Briefing Document & Podcast: E-Invoicing and E-Reporting in Denmark
Last Update: October 27, 2025 Podcast on Spotify Video on You Tube Summary Executive Summary: Denmark is actively implementing electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) and digital VAT reporting (e-reporting) to modernize tax...
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VAT IT eezi webinar – European E-Invoicing Spotlight: Greece, Poland, Croatia & Spain (Nov 27)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Date & Time: 27th of November, 11am GMT (12PM CET) Title: European E-Invoicing Spotlight: Greece, Poland, Croatia & Spain With mandatory e-invoicing initiatives rapidly gaining momentum...
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Kazakhstan Proposes Major E-Invoicing Amendments: New Requirements and Obligations for Taxpayers
Significant amendments to Kazakhstan’s Electronic Invoice System (EIS) are proposed, effective January 1, 2026. New rules include reduced deadlines for issuing e-invoices, expanded monthly invoicing options, and...
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France’s 2026 E-Invoicing and E-Reporting: Key Requirements and Implementation Timeline Explained
See also Briefing document & Podcast: France’s E‑Invoicing & E‑Reporting Mandate (2024–2026): Scope, Timeline & Requirements – VATupdate Mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting in France will begin on...
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Briefing document & Podcast: Singapore’s E-Invoicing & E-Reporting Mandate (InvoiceNow)
SUMMARY Executive Summary: Singapore is implementing a phased mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting system called InvoiceNow for GST-registered businesses, built on the Peppol standard. The initiative, spearheaded by...
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VAT in the Digital Age: Why Digital Reporting Is a Tax Technology Game-Changer
Transformative Digital Reporting: The European Commission’s VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) initiative emphasizes the importance of structured e-invoicing and near real-time reporting of cross-border transactions, which...
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E-Invoicing & E-Reporting developments in the news in week 42 & 43/2025
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 42 & 43/2025 Denmark...
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Serbia Delays SEF B2B E-Invoicing Reforms and Stricter VAT Rules Until End of 2026
Delay in Implementation: Serbia has postponed key SEF B2B e-invoicing reforms until the end of 2026 to provide businesses with more time to adapt to expanded requirements, electronic archiving, and stricter VAT...
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Croatia Publishes Official List of Certified Intermediaries for Fiscalization 2.0 eInvoicing Services
Croatia’s Tax Administration has published an official list of certified information intermediaries for Fiscalization 2.0. Taxpayers must use these registered intermediaries for secure, compliant eInvoicing...
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Denmark advances e-invoicing strategy and digital bookkeeping requirements
Advancement of Document Standards: The Danish Business Authority is finalizing its document standards strategy and has published a Release Candidate of the updated OIOUBL 2.1 e-invoicing format, which includes optional...
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Briefing document & Podcast: UAE E-Invoicing: VAT Compliance, Timelines, and Requirements
Last update: October 26, 2025 SUMMARY Executive Summary: The United Arab Emirates is implementing a mandatory e-invoicing system to modernize its VAT (Value Added Tax) system, improve tax compliance, and combat fraud...
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UAE Mandates E-Invoicing for VAT Businesses: Key Deadlines and Compliance Requirements Announced
All UAE VAT-registered businesses must adopt e-invoicing, with some exclusions. Pilot phase starts 1 July 2026; large businesses must comply by 1 Jan 2027, smaller businesses by 1 July 2027, and government entities by 1...
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Portugal Delays QES and SAF-T: 2026 Budget Impact on E-Invoicing and VAT Compliance
The 2026 State Budget proposes to delay the Qualified Electronic Signature (QES) requirement for PDF e-invoices to January 1, 2027, and the mandatory SAF-T (PT) Accounting submission to 2028. PDF e-invoices remain...
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Netherlands Plans Mandatory Peppol-Based B2B E-Invoicing Regime by July 2030
The Netherlands currently mandates e-invoicing for B2G transactions using the Peppol framework, but B2B/B2C e-invoicing remains voluntary. The government’s roadmap aligns with the EU’s ViDA initiative, planning a four...
5 days ago
BIR e-Invoicing Philippines 2026: Scope, Rollout, Compliance, and Technical Requirements Explained
The BIR is mandating a centralized Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) starting March 2026, replacing manual invoicing with secure, automated, real-time digital processes. Stage 1 rollout targets high-volume taxpayers, e...
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