- South Africa is introducing mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting to digitize VAT reporting and close an R800 billion VAT gap.
- The reform will be phased in, starting voluntarily, with a full Peppol-based real-time model targeted for 2028 and beyond.
- Businesses must upgrade systems, ensure accurate data, and adopt e-invoicing solutions to comply with new requirements.
- The project aims to reduce fraud, simplify VAT returns, cut costs, and align South Africa with global digital tax practices.
- Early preparation will help businesses avoid disruption and benefit from increased efficiency and compliance.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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