- Germany received EU Council permission to adopt special VAT rules for e-invoices in 2023, with the “Growth Opportunities Act” detailing the requirements.
- Starting from January 1, 2025, e-invoices will be mandated for domestic B2B transactions taxable in Germany, with exemptions for VAT-exempt sales and small-amount and ticket invoices.
- The definition of e-invoices will narrow, requiring compliance with EU Directive 2014/55/EU and CEN standard 19631. Non-compliant invoices will be classified as “other invoices” and transitional phases will allow for continued use of paper and consent-based electronic invoices until 2027. Businesses must prepare their systems for unrestricted e-invoice reception from 2025.
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