- Germany is releasing XRechnung 4.0, a new e-invoicing standard aligned with EU requirements and the ViDA initiative.
- Key updates include support for many-to-one billing, sector-specific data extensions, and enhanced XML attachments.
- The data model is redesigned for compliance with upcoming European e-reporting and real-time digital tax audits.
- The official European norm will be published mid-2026, with XRechnung 4.0 finalized later that year; a pre-release will be available soon for technical preparation.
- The transition aims to modernize invoicing, streamline supply chains, and ensure interoperability across Europe.
Source: docnova.ai
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