e-Invoicing in Lithuania: Timeline, Guidelines, Process, and Steps for Implementation

Structured einvoicing 2028 based on EU standard on eInvoicing (EN 16931).

• Mandatory E-Invoicing System: Lithuania has implemented a centralized e-invoicing system, requiring all suppliers in public procurement to use the SABIS platform for electronic invoices, ensuring compliance with EU standards (EN 16931) since July 2017.
• Phased Implementation and Transition: The transition from the previous esaskaita system to SABIS began on July 1, 2024, with mandatory submission of all e-invoices, including those based on verbal contracts, effective January 1, 2025.
• Operational Benefits and Compliance: The e-invoicing system streamlines processes, reduces errors, lowers administrative costs, and enhances compliance with VAT regulations, supporting faster payments and better organization of invoices for businesses operating in Lithuania.

Sources

• Cleartax
• VATcalc

See also

• eInvoicing in Lithuania – VATupdate

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• See also
  • E-Invoicing/Real Time Reporting – What can you find on VATupdate.com
  • Worldwide Upcoming E-Invoicing mandates, implementations and changes – Chronological
  • Collection of E-Invoicing Guides – Worldwide – VATupdate
• • Briefing / Comprehensive Guides (incl. podcasts)

• Join the Linkedin Group on Global E-Invoicing/E-Reporting/SAF-T Developments, click HERE

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