Pilot Project Extension: Kazakhstan’s government has extended the Digital VAT pilot project for automated VAT refunds until December 31, 2026, following a joint order from the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry...
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List of registered approved platforms
Role of Approved Platforms: Approved platforms serve as dematerialization operators registered by the state, responsible for issuing, transmitting, and receiving electronic invoices (eInvoices), as well as extracting...
4 weeks ago
Briefing Document & Podcast: Croatia – E-Invoicing, E-Reporting, and E-Transport
Update: December 19, 2025 See also Mandatory E-Invoice Data Fields (Croatia’s Fiscalization 2.0) – VATupdate SUMMARY Summary: Croatia is implementing a comprehensive “Fiscalization 2.0” framework, mandating...
4 weeks ago
France Removes E-Invoicing Grace Period: Penalties Apply From 2026 Under Finance Bill 2026
The e-invoicing timetable remains unchanged: all VAT-registered businesses in France must receive e-invoices from September 2026, with issuing obligations for large/mid-sized companies in 2026 and for SMEs/micro...
4 weeks ago
SEF updates 3.15.1 in production and 3.16.0 in demo
Update December 18, 2025: SEF version 3.16.0 available in DEMO environment Updated Internal Technical Instructions – version dated 18.12.2025. Update December 10, 2025: SEF update 3.15.1 available in production...
4 weeks ago
A Guide to Fiscalization 2.0
Transition to eInvoices: Starting January 1, 2026, Croatia will mandate the use of electronic invoices (eInvoices) and fiscalization in business transactions, enabling real-time reporting to tax authorities and...
4 weeks ago
Malaysia Introduces E-Invoicing Compliance Review Framework Effective December 15, 2025
The Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (IRBM) introduced a Compliance Review Framework for e-Invoicing, effective December 15, 2025. The framework clarifies IRBM’s compliance review approach, audit methodology, case...
4 weeks ago
Serbia Amends E-Invoicing Law, Changes Effective for Tax Periods After March 31, 2026
Serbia adopted amendments to the e-invoicing law on December 3, 2025. The law was published on December 4, 2025, and became effective on December 12, 2025. The amendments apply to tax periods starting after March 31...
4 weeks ago
Oman Showcases E-Invoicing Progress at 2025 Exchange Summit in Singapore, Strengthening Global Collaboration
The Tax Authority’s Fawtara Project Team attended the 2025 E-Invoicing Exchange Summit in Singapore. They showcased Oman’s progress in developing its national e-invoicing system. The team highlighted ongoing awareness...
4 weeks ago
JPK_VAT Changes: New KSeF Invoice Number Requirements and E-Records from February 2026
From February 2026, JPK_VAT records must include the KSeF invoice number for invoices issued in the KSeF system, regardless of issuance or transmission mode. The new regulation applies to the JPK_VAT declaration for...
4 weeks ago
Corrective Invoices in KSeF from February 2026: Issuing Rules and Required Information
From February 1, 2026, the new KSeF 2.0 system will be in effect for issuing corrective invoices. The rules for issuing corrective invoices in KSeF do not change; it is not required to state the amounts before and after...
4 weeks ago
Poland Issues Four Regulations for National e-Invoice System Implementation and VAT Reporting
The Polish Ministry of Finance issued four regulations on the National e-Invoice System (KSeF), clarifying exemptions, simplified invoice rules, system usage, and JPK_VAT reporting updates. Structured invoices in KSeF...
4 weeks ago
VAT in Europe: Comparing Key Differences Across Selected Countries (Infographic)
VAT treatment in Europe varies significantly between countries despite EU efforts to harmonize rules. Differences include registration thresholds, reduced rates, and electronic invoicing/reporting requirements...
4 weeks ago
Briefing document & Podcast: E-Invoicing and E-Reporting in Kenya
SUMMARY Executive Summary: Kenya has implemented a comprehensive e-invoicing and e-reporting system (TIMS/eTIMS) that mandates electronic invoice generation and transmission to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) for...
4 weeks ago
Poland Finalizes KSeF E-Invoicing Rules: Key Exemptions, Data Requirements, and Penalty Procedures Announced
Four executive regulations for Poland’s National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) have been signed, clarifying usage, exemptions, and data requirements. Exemptions from e-invoicing include highway tolls, transportation...
4 weeks ago
Poland Aligns JPK_VAT Requirements and Deadlines with KSeF 2.0 Implementation from February 2026
Poland has amended JPK_VAT requirements to align with the mandatory KSeF 2.0 framework, effective for filing periods starting 1 February 2026. Taxpayers must report KSeF invoice numbers or use specific markers (OFF...
4 weeks ago
France and Germany Launch Updated Hybrid e-Invoicing Standard for 2026 B2B Rollout
France and Germany will launch updated hybrid e-invoicing standards (Factur-X 1.0.8 and ZUGFeRD 2.4) on January 15, 2026. The update improves support for complex invoice structures, aligns with French and EU frameworks...
4 weeks ago
UAE Introduces E-Invoicing Penalties and Tightens VAT Refund Rules Effective January 2026
New e-invoicing penalties under Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025 include monthly fines for delayed implementation, late invoice transmission, and failure to report system malfunctions. VAT Law amendments effective 1...
4 weeks ago
Malaysia Raises e-Invoicing Exemption Threshold to RM1 Million: Key Changes for 2026 Rollout
Malaysia has raised the e-invoicing exemption threshold from RM500,000 to RM1 million in annual revenue, effective from 2026. Businesses with annual revenue below RM1 million are now exempt from the mandatory MyInvois e...
4 weeks ago
Portugal 2026 Budget: VAT Cuts on Game Meat, VAT Group Regime, PDF Invoices Extended
Reduced VAT rate extended to game meat: 6% in mainland Portugal, 4% in Madeira and the Azores. Proposal to implement a VAT group regime for corporate groups. Extension of the rule allowing PDF invoices to be recognized...
4 weeks ago
Digital Invoicing Headaches: Why ERPs Struggle and How IT Teams Can Overcome Compliance Challenges
Traditional ERPs like SAP and Oracle struggle with real-time, mandatory e-invoicing requirements, especially direct integration with government tax platforms. Tax authorities frequently change technical requirements...
4 weeks ago
LIVE Stream: Fiscalization 2.0 Changes and e-Invoice Exchange in 2025 for Accountants
A live stream on “Fiscalization 2.0” will be held on December 19, 2025, at 9:00 AM, organized by IPRH in cooperation with the Tax Administration. The event will cover mandatory eInvoice exchange and new...
4 weeks ago
API KSeF 2.0 Contract Freeze Announced: Key Changes Effective December 22, 2025
On December 22, 2025, the production contract for API KSeF 2.0 will be frozen by the Ministry of Finance. The API will remain stable, with only optimizations and clarifications allowed that do not require major changes...
4 weeks ago
JPK VAT 2026 Changes: Adapting to KSeF, Deposit System, and New Invoice Markings OFF, BFK, DI
JPK_VAT records will be adapted to the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) and the deposit system starting from February 1, 2026. New important invoice designations: OFF (invoice without KSeF number), BFK (electronic or...
4 weeks ago
KSeF 2026: Key Rules, Authorizations, Authentication, and Technical Requirements Under New Regulation
From February 1, 2026, large VAT taxpayers (over PLN 200 million sales in 2024) must issue invoices via the National e-Invoice System (KSeF); all others from April 1, 2026. Until December 31, 2026, invoices outside KSeF...
4 weeks ago
Government Boosts GST Compliance Using Technology, Data Analytics, and AI to Curb Tax Evasion
The government has implemented advanced technology and data analytics to strengthen indirect tax (GST) compliance and curb tax evasion. Key measures include mandatory Aadhaar authentication for new GST registrations...
4 weeks ago
Croatia Amends VAT Act: New Filing Deadlines, Invoice Rules, and Reporting Requirements Effective 2026
Amends VAT Act with new filing deadlines for certain VAT forms to the last day of the month after the tax period. Removes requirement to issue invoices for exchange transactions in Croatia. Allows mandatory electronic...
4 weeks ago
Uzbekistan Launches New Automated Risk Assessment System for E-Invoices and VAT Administration
Uzbekistan is introducing a new information-analytical system to improve tax administration, focusing on electronic invoices (ЭСФ). The system automatically assigns a risk level (red for high, green for low) to each...
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