- China will implement digital travel receipts for air passengers starting December 1, 2024.
- The new system, called “Electronic Flight Receipt” (EFR), will replace traditional paper itineraries.
- Passengers can access electronic receipts for up to 180 days post-flight via airline websites, mobile apps, or customer service hotlines.
- The transition aims to simplify travel logistics and financial processes, allowing easy downloading or printing of receipts.
- The EFR system will enhance efficiency for businesses in managing VAT deductions and expense reimbursements.
- A transition period from December 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025, will allow both electronic and paper receipts to coexist.
- After the transition period, only electronic receipts will be issued.
- This initiative is part of a broader digital transformation in China’s transportation sector, including advancements in the railway system.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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