- South Africa plans to make e-invoicing central to its VAT administration between 2025 and 2030, aiming for real-time, transaction-level digital reporting.
- SARS will implement mandatory e-invoicing, starting with the largest VAT contributors and high-risk sectors, using both batch and API-based channels.
- The initiative is part of a broader move to become an AI-enabled, data-driven tax authority, supporting national development, trade efficiency, and digital integration.
- Initial system design and pilot programs are planned for 2026, with phased onboarding through 2029, eventually expanding to medium-sized enterprises.
- The exact implementation timeline and technical requirements are still pending, and challenges are expected as South Africa transitions to automated, seamless tax compliance.
Source: vatabout.com
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