Source EY See also BRIEFING DOCUMENTS AND PODCASTS: Country Profiles on E-Invoicing, E-Reporting, E-Transport, SAF-T Mandates, and ViDA Initiatives – VATupdate Update Feb 18, 2026 Suriname has been added to this edition...
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Briefing document & Podcast: Singapore’s E-Invoicing & E-Reporting Mandate (InvoiceNow)
Last update: February 27, 2026 SUMMARY Singapore is implementing a comprehensive e-invoicing and e-reporting mandate, known as InvoiceNow, for all Goods and Services Tax (GST)-registered businesses. This initiative...
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Ireland Confirms Large Corporates for Phase One of Mandatory B2B e-Invoicing and VAT Modernisation
Ireland is implementing mandatory B2B e-invoicing and near real-time VAT reporting as part of its VAT Modernisation programme, aligning with the EU’s “VAT in the Digital Age” (ViDA) initiative. The rollout is staged:...
15 hours ago
UAE e-Invoicing 2026: Key Guidelines, Scope, Compliance, and Implementation Steps Released
The UAE Ministry of Finance released new e-invoicing guidelines on February 23, 2026, providing clarity on implementation, scope, and compliance. Three key documents were published: the main implementation guideline...
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Singapore releases new timelines for GST InvoiceNow, extending this obligation to all GST registered businesses
Implementation timeline for the GST InvoiceNow requirement: 1 November 2025: Applies to companies that register for GST voluntarily within 6 months of their incorporation date. 1 April 2026: Applies to all new voluntary...
15 hours ago
E-Invoicing Exchange Summit Dubai: Shaping the Future of Digital Tax Compliance in the Middle East
Switzerland, January 2026 – The Middle East is entering a new phase of digital tax transformation, driven by mandatory e-invoicing, digital VAT reporting, and real-time tax controls. As governments accelerate regulatory...
17 hours ago
Pre-Approved eInvoicing Service Providers
The UAE Ministry of Finance has released a list of pre-approved e-invoicing service providers, as per Article 15 of Ministerial Decision No. 64 of 2025, which is periodically updated to include newly accredited service...
1 day ago
Top Indirect Tax Challenges in ERP Migrations: Key Risks for 2026 and Beyond
Data quality issues during ERP migrations can carry historical errors into new systems, undermining tax accuracy and compliance. Indirect tax is often overlooked in process redesign, leading to misaligned tax logic and...
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E-Invoicing in New Zealand: Key FAQs, Compliance Steps, and How ecosio Supports Your Journey
E-invoicing in New Zealand uses the Peppol network, with MBIE as the national authority, and is closely aligned with Australia’s approach. Central government agencies must be able to receive Peppol e-invoices, driving...
1 day ago
Belgium’s E-Invoicing Mandate: Lessons for VAT Control and ERP Readiness Across Europe
Belgium’s mandatory B2B e-invoicing from January 2026 marks a major shift in VAT control, validation, and enforcement across Europe. Structured e-invoicing moves VAT risk upstream into operational systems, requiring...
1 day ago
Cameroon Mandates E-Invoicing in 2026 Finance Law
Cameroon will require mandatory e-invoicing as stated in its 2026 Finance Law. Source: innovatetax.com Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source...
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EU’s ViDA Directive: Structured E-Invoices Become Mandatory, Ending PDF Validity and Recipient Consent
The EU’s ViDA directive redefines “electronic invoice” to mean only structured, machine-readable formats (like XML or EDI), excluding PDFs. Recipient acceptance is no longer required; customers must accept structured e...
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No Paper Invoices Accepted for VAT Refund Requests from July 1, 2023, Says Tax Authority
From July 1, 2023, paper invoices are no longer accepted as proof for VAT refund requests in Egypt. Taxpayers should refer to the provided links for supporting documents and FAQs regarding VAT refund procedures. The...
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South Africa to Mandate E-Invoicing and Real-Time VAT Reporting by 2028
South Africa is moving toward mandatory electronic invoicing and real-time VAT reporting as part of SARS’s VAT Modernization program. The new system will use a hybrid, interoperable framework similar to the Peppol 5...
1 day ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina Approves Mandatory E-Invoicing and Real-Time Tax Reporting Legislation
Bosnia and Herzegovina has approved legislation mandating electronic invoicing and real-time fiscal reporting for all commercial transactions (B2B, B2G, B2C). The system will align with European e-invoicing standards...
1 day ago
Sweden Initiates Inquiry on Mandatory E-Invoicing and Digital VAT Reporting Under EU ViDA Framework
Sweden has launched an official inquiry into implementing the EU’s VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) framework, focusing on mandatory e-invoicing and digital reporting. The inquiry will assess necessary legal changes, the...
1 day ago
France Enacts 2026 Finance Bill with Key E-Invoicing Mandate Amendments and Stricter Penalties
France adopted the 2026 Finance Bill, enacting key amendments to the B2B e-invoicing and e-reporting mandate. The law establishes a central invoice routing directory via the Public Invoicing Portal and updates platform...
1 day ago
Singapore Expands InvoiceNow to Five-Corner Model for Real-Time GST E-Invoicing and Reporting
Singapore is expanding its e-invoicing system (InvoiceNow/Peppol) into a five-corner model, where GST-relevant invoice data is sent both to business partners and directly to the tax authority (IRAS). Invoice delivery...
1 day ago
KSeF Training for Industries: Central and Local Sessions Starting March 2026
From March 2, 2026, a new cycle of KSeF (National e-Invoice System) trainings dedicated to specific economic sectors will begin, organized both centrally (online) and locally (in-person and online). Central trainings...
1 day ago
Poland’s KSeF E-Invoicing: Key 2026 Updates, Authentication Changes, and New QR Code Rules
Poland’s National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) will become mandatory in 2026, with new regulations released in December 2025. From 14 February 2026, authentication will be via the National Electronic Identification Node...
1 day ago
Serbia Requires e-Invoices for Public Entities on Request, Even for Cash Retail Payments
Retailers in Serbia must provide electronic invoices to public sector entities upon request. This requirement applies even if the purchase was paid in cash. A fiscal receipt does not exempt retailers from issuing an e...
1 day ago
RTC Webinar: Croatia e-Invoicing: Regulatory Overview and Best Practices (March 10)
REGISTER HERE Croatia is introducing mandatory e-Invoicing and real-time electronic reporting as part of its digital tax compliance reform. Businesses must adapt to structured invoice formats, increased data...
1 day ago
Argentina Introduces New E-Invoicing and Monthly Settlement Rules Effective July 2026
Argentina’s Tax Authority (ARCA) will implement new e-invoicing rules and a monthly settlement system starting July 1, 2026. Financial institutions, insurance companies, credit card providers, prepaid health plans, and...
2 days ago
Greece Delays Mandatory E-Invoicing for Large Enterprises to March 2026; New Compliance Steps Outlined
Greece has extended the mandatory e-invoicing deadline for large enterprises (with 2023 revenues over €1 million) to 2 March 2026. A transitional period runs from 2 March to 3 May 2026, during which businesses can use...
2 days ago
Insurance Brokers May Still Be Required to Use National e-Invoicing System in Some Cases
Insurance intermediaries do not have to issue invoices via the National e-Invoice System (KSeF) unless the client requests an invoice with the full statutory data. This interpretation comes from the latest guidance by...
2 days ago
Companies Struggle to Book Invoices Issued Both in and Outside KSeF, Risking Double Entries
Companies must manage invoices both within and outside the KSeF system, leading to accounting challenges and risk of double-booking. Invoices are issued in multiple formats: structured XML in KSeF, electronic PDFs, and...
2 days ago
UAE Ministry of Finance Releases New E-Invoicing Guidance for B2B and B2G Transactions
The UAE Ministry of Finance released new e-invoicing guidance on 24 February 2026. The guidance supports the nationwide electronic invoicing system for all B2B and B2G transactions, requiring use of Accredited Service...
2 days ago
EU Approves Updated E-Invoicing Standard to Support ViDA and Cross-Border B2B Reporting
The European Committee for Standardisation approved updates to the EN 16931-1 e-invoicing standard on 13 February 2026 to support ViDA reforms. The revision prepares for mandatory structured, cross-border B2B e...
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