- Germany is introducing obligatory e-invoicing for B2B domestic sales between two German established companies.
- The legislation for e-invoicing is included in the Growth Opportunities Act, which is yet to be approved by the Upper House.
- The Mediation Committee will discuss the approval of the Act on 21st February 2024.
- It is expected that the VAT element of the Act will not be contested.
- Paper invoices will be permitted until the end of 2026, after which e-invoicing will become mandatory for domestic businesses with an annual turnover of over EUR 800,000.
- From 1st January 2028, all German established companies will be obliged to issue e-invoices for B2B domestic sales.
Source: meridianglobalservices.com
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