The 5th Peppol Network Meeting in Kassel reviewed the first year of Germany’s e-invoicing mandate, noting progress and ongoing challenges. Updates were shared on the new EN16931-1:2025 standard, seen as key for European...
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Croatia Issues Guide on Advance Payment and E-Invoice Rules for Fiscalization 2.0 Reform
Croatia published new guidelines for e-invoicing and payment procedures under Fiscalization 2.0, effective January 1, 2026. The guide covers submission of e-invoice payment data and procedures for advance payment e...
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Poland Updates KSeF E-Invoicing Exemptions, New Rules Effective February 2026
Poland’s draft regulation updates exemptions from mandatory KSeF e-invoicing, effective February 2026. Exemptions include toll motorway services, certain passenger transport services, air traffic control, transactions...
3 months ago
Poland to Launch Mandatory KSeF E-Invoicing System for VAT Taxpayers Starting 2026
Poland will introduce a mandatory e-invoicing system (KSeF) for most VAT taxpayers starting in 2026. KSeF aims to digitalize invoicing, improve accounting processes, and combat VAT fraud by enabling real-time...
3 months ago
Colombia’s E-Invoicing and E-Reporting: Regulations, Requirements, and Key Implementation Milestones
All VAT-registered entities in Colombia, including foreign firms if VAT-registered, must issue electronic invoices for nearly all transactions (B2B, B2C, B2G). Exports require special e-invoices; imports from non...
3 months ago
Slovakia Mandates E-Invoicing for VAT Payers from 2027; FAQ Released for Businesses
From January 1, 2027, all VAT payers in Slovakia must use structured XML eInvoices for B2B and B2G transactions via certified providers. Voluntary transition starts in early 2026; mandatory compliance begins January...
3 months ago
Botswana’s Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill 2025: Modernising the VAT Landscape
The Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill 2025 aims to modernize Botswana’s VAT framework by introducing taxation on remote services and requiring electronic fiscal devices, reflecting a commitment to transparency and...
3 months ago
How to Prevent Invoice Rejection and Ensure Peppol Compliance for Belgium’s 2026 E-Invoicing Mandate
From January 1, 2026, Belgian B2B invoices must be in Peppol-compatible UBL format, following EN 16931 standards. Common reasons for invoice rejection include inconsistent data from multiple ERPs, missing mandatory...
3 months ago
Ireland Sets Phased Timeline for Mandatory B2B E-Invoicing and Real-Time VAT Reporting
Ireland will implement mandatory B2B e-invoicing and real-time VAT reporting in three phases starting November 2028. Phase 1 (Nov 2028): Large VAT-registered corporates must comply for domestic B2B; all businesses must...
3 months ago
UAE Launches Electronic Invoicing System to Modernize VAT and Enhance Tax Transparency
The UAE has announced a new Electronic Invoicing System (EIS) as part of its digital taxation strategy, aiming to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and modernize tax administration. The e-invoicing regime is...
3 months ago
Poland Proposes Exemptions and Voluntary Options for Mandatory VAT E-Invoicing System (KSeF)
The Polish Ministry of Finance updated a draft regulation amending mandatory VAT e-invoicing (KSeF) requirements. Exemptions from structured invoice requirements include certain toll motorway services, passenger...
3 months ago
Botswana Adopts Digital Services Tax and E-Invoicing in 2025 VAT Amendment Act
Botswana has enacted the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Act, 2025. The Act introduces a digital services tax. E-invoicing measures are also adopted as part of the amendments. Source: research.ibfd.org Note that this post...
3 months ago
European Commission Launches Consultation to Revise and Harmonise EU eInvoicing Rules
The European Commission is seeking stakeholder input to revise EU eInvoicing rules in public procurement. The consultation aims to improve harmonisation, interoperability, and reduce administrative burdens for cross...
3 months ago
Verification Issues with Some Invoices in the National e-Invoice System (KSeF)
There may be problems verifying some invoices in the National e-Invoice System (KSeF), even if they are correctly issued offline. If the person responsible for invoicing loses their job or KSeF permissions, verification...
3 months ago
EU ViDA Digital Reporting: Technical Debates, Solutions, and Alignment Challenges for E-Invoicing Requirements
Member States and stakeholders are divided on key definitional and operational issues regarding the ViDA Digital Reporting Requirements (DRR). Several potential solutions are being proposed by member states. Alignment...
3 months ago
myDATA: New API for Digital Delivery Note (Phase B) Now Available in Test Environment
The new version of the myDATA API for the Digital Delivery Note (Phase B) is now available in the test environment. New functionalities include: RegisterTransfer, ConfirmDeliveryOutcome, RejectDeliveryNote...
3 months ago
Thailand’s e-Tax Invoice System: Digitalizing Business Documents with Voluntary Electronic Invoicing Options
Thailand’s e-Tax Invoice system digitizes tax invoices, regulated by specific laws and standards. Two types: e-Tax Invoice & e-Receipt (for all businesses, requires digital signature/certificate) and e-Tax...
3 months ago
KSeF: Mandatory E-Invoicing Revolution in Poland from February 2026 – Key Changes and Practical Guide
From February 1, 2026, all B2B invoices in Poland must be issued and received via the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) in a structured XML format. KSeF has been available on a voluntary basis since January 1, 2022...
3 months ago
Mandatory KSeF: Who Is Liable for Invoicing Errors—Taxpayer, Invoice Clerk, or Accountant?
Responsibility for invoicing errors in the mandatory KSeF system depends on the person performing the invoicing tasks, identified by name. In small businesses, the owner usually handles invoicing; in larger companies...
3 months ago
European Commission Seeks Feedback on Revising eInvoicing Rules for Public Procurement Across the EU
The European Commission launched a call for evidence on revising eInvoicing rules in public procurement on 19 November 2025. Proposed changes include mandatory use of the European eInvoicing standard for B2G...
3 months ago
Key Questions Taxpayers Ask About the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) During Trainings
Krajowy System e-Faktur (KSeF) will become mandatory for B2B VAT taxpayers in Poland: from February 1, 2026 for those with 2025 turnover above 200 million PLN, and from April 1, 2026 for others. The obligation initially...
3 months ago
KSeF and QR Codes: Debunking the Controversy Over Structured Invoice Visualization Rules
Proposed regulations do not prohibit issuing a visualization of a document to the buyer after it is sent to the National e-Invoice System (KSeF) and assigned a KSeF number. There is ongoing debate about the function and...
3 months ago
KSeF Offline Invoicing Raises Growing Doubts Among VAT Taxpayers and Experts
The Ministry of Finance stated in the KSeF 2.0 manual that the offline24 mode for issuing invoices can be used “without restrictions,” mainly for internet access issues. There is growing uncertainty among...
3 months ago
Preparing for E-Invoicing and VAT in Qatar: Key Steps for Business Compliance and Readiness
Qatar is moving toward mandatory e-invoicing as part of its upcoming VAT implementation, with a phased rollout expected soon. Businesses must adopt new technologies, integrate with certified e-invoicing systems, and...
3 months ago
Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget: Major Indirect Tax Reforms, VAT Changes, and E-Invoicing Initiatives
VAT and SSCL registration thresholds will be reduced from LKR 60 million to LKR 36 million, effective April 1, 2026. 18% VAT and 2.5% SSCL will be imposed on imported coconut and palm oil, and SSCL will apply to...
3 months ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina Proposes Mandatory Real-Time E-Invoicing Bill with Pre-Clearance and Reporting
FBiH’s Federal Ministry of Finance introduced a mandatory real-time e-invoicing Bill to Parliament on 18 November 2025. The Bill covers pre-clearance e-invoicing for B2B and B2G transactions. It also mandates fiscal...
3 months ago
Hungary Amends Tax Laws: VAT Group Rules, Liability, Invoice Reporting, and Reduced Rates Updated
Hungary published Law No. LXXXIII/2025 to amend various tax laws. The law aims to simplify tax administration and align with EU tax regulations. VAT provisions are amended, including changes to VAT-group representative...
3 months ago
E-Invoicing & E-Reporting developments in the news in week 47/2025
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 47/2025 NEW COLLECTION...
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