- ZUGFeRD 2.5, a hybrid e-invoice format aligned with EU’s EN 16931 standard, will be released in Germany and France on 20 May 2026.
- The update introduces native support for gross invoicing and aligns with the latest EN 16931 code lists for better EU-wide validation.
- New reference templates standardize complex invoicing scenarios, improving interoperability and reducing interpretation risks.
- An English version of the ZR framework has been published, facilitating cross-border participation for non-German businesses.
- The changes come ahead of Germany’s January 2027 e-invoicing obligations, raising operational readiness requirements.
Source: vatcalc.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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