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AI is a strategic opportunity—but data is the bottleneck. While tax and finance leaders prioritize AI and technology, 80% still struggle with data quality and silos, undermining trust and accuracy in GenAI and...
Cameroon announces plans to implement obligatory real-time e-invoicing
Mandatory real-time e-invoicing from 2026: Under Cameroon’s 2026 Finance Law, all businesses must issue every invoice in real time via an approved e-invoicing system, covering taxable, VAT-exempt, and out-of...
NEW DATE: E-Invoicing Exchange Summit – Dubai, Nov 25-27, 2026
To shape the future agenda, we welcome your suggestions for presentations. If you are interested in becoming a partner for the E-Invoicing Exchange Summit, please reach out to Alexandra Bayer. Stay up-to-date with the...
ViDA E‑Invoicing and Digital Reporting in the Netherlands: Strategic Choices and Phased Timeline to 2032
✅ Summary Mandatory digital VAT processes under ViDA (by 1 July 2030): The EU ViDA Directive obliges all Member States to introduce structured e‑invoicing and near real‑time digital reporting for cross‑border...
Hungary Unveils ViDA Roadmap: Mandatory E-Invoicing, Dual Reporting, EN 16931 Compliance by 2026
Hungary will mandate e-invoicing for all domestic and cross-border transactions, phasing out paper and email-based invoices. A dual-reporting mechanism will require both sellers and buyers to report invoice data, with...
Cabinet Response to ViDA E-Invoicing and Digital Reporting Report Sent to House of Representatives
The Secretary of Finance sent the House of Representatives the ViDA report on e-invoicing and digital reporting, summarizing key findings and outlining possible next steps. The EU’s Ecofin Council officially adopted the...
India’s E-Invoicing Rules: Scope, Formats, Penalties, and Compliance Under the GST Framework
E-invoicing is mandatory in India for B2B and B2G transactions for taxpayers with turnover above ₹5 crore, with certain exemptions. Invoices must be validated in real-time via the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP)...
Hungary to Expand AI-Powered Tax Fraud Detection, Targeting High-Risk Sectors in 2026
Hungary’s tax authority (NAV) will expand AI-driven systems in 2026 to detect tax fraud, focusing on high-risk sectors. AI will analyze invoices, transactions, logistics, and international data to flag suspicious...
FBR Proposes Mandatory Electronic Invoicing for Notified Businesses Under Draft Income Tax Rules 2026
The FBR has issued a draft regulation for mandatory electronic invoicing for specified businesses, pending final notification and implementation timelines. The rules apply to various sectors such as hospitality, courier...
UAE Releases Electronic Invoicing Guidelines for Phased Rollout Starting July 2026
The UAE Ministry of Finance has published Version 1.0 of the Electronic Invoicing Guidelines. The guidelines provide the technological and regulatory framework for electronic invoicing. Nationwide phased rollout of...
UAE Ministry of Finance Issues Comprehensive e-Invoicing Guidelines for Businesses and Government Entities
The UAE Ministry of Finance released comprehensive e-Invoicing Guidelines on February 24, 2026, to support the nationwide implementation of electronic invoicing as part of the “We the UAE 2031” vision. The guidelines...
EU Revises E-Invoicing Standard for Intra-EU B2B Transactions to Align with ViDA Reform
On February 13, 2026, the EU adopted a revision to the e-invoicing standard (EN 16931-1), expanding its scope from B2G to B2B transactions. The revision aligns with the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) project, mandating...
OIOUBL 2.1 schematron version 1.17.1 – New implementation date
New Implementation Date: The implementation date for OIOUBL 2.1 schematron version 1.17.1 has been rescheduled to Monday, May 18, 2026, at 12:00 noon (CET daylight saving time) due to the original date falling on the...
Basware Webinar: Beyond compliance – how e-invoicing is transforming finance in 2026 (March 12)
Note: Webinar will be in French REGISTER HERE Beyond compliance: how e-invoicing is transforming finance in 2026 March 12, 2026, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Sign up The mandatory electronic invoicing comes into effect...
Will KSeF Abolish the Obligation to Submit JPK_FA Files to Tax Authorities?
The obligation to submit JPK_FA files will be largely eliminated for invoices issued through the mandatory KSeF system. For invoices sent via KSeF, tax authorities will have real-time, automatic access to invoice data...
Wrong Certificate Choice in KSeF Can Paralyze Company Invoicing During System Outages
Choosing the wrong certificate type in KSeF can paralyze a company’s invoicing, especially during system outages or lack of internet access. The offline certificate is essential for issuing invoices when KSeF is...
EU Updates E-Invoicing Standard and Proposes Major Financial Sector Tax Reforms
The EU is updating the EN 16931 e-invoicing standard to support the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) initiative, expanding its scope to include B2B transactions and new technical requirements. The revised standard mandates...
Greece Delays Mandatory B2B E-Invoicing for Large Enterprises to March 2026
Greece has extended the mandatory B2B e-invoicing deadline for large enterprises to March 2, 2026. The mandate applies to businesses with over €1,000,000 in gross revenues in 2023. There is a transitional period from...
EU Approves EN 16931 E-Invoicing Updates, Proposes Financial Sector Tax Harmonization Reforms
The EU has approved updates to the EN 16931 e-invoicing standard to support the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) mandate, expanding its use to B2B transactions and introducing new technical features. The updated standard...
Ireland Confirms 2028 B2B E-Invoicing Mandate Timeline and Scope for Large Corporates
Ireland will mandate B2B e-invoicing and real-time tax reporting in phases starting November 1, 2028, for large corporates, extending to all VAT-registered businesses by November 2029, and full EU ViDA compliance by...
Singapore Mandates GST InvoiceNow E-Invoicing for All Businesses by April 2031: Key Dates and Grants
All GST-registered businesses in Singapore must send invoice data to IRAS via InvoiceNow by April 2031, with phased implementation based on business size and registration date. Implementation starts November 2025 for...
Understanding France’s 5-Corner E-Invoicing Model: Architecture, Key Actors, and Data Flow
The French e-invoicing reform uses a decentralized “5-corner model” (Y-model) involving five main actors: supplier, supplier’s Accredited Platform (PA-e), buyer’s Accredited Platform (PA-r), buyer, and the...
UAE Ministry of Finance releases e-invoicing guidelines
Link: UAE Electronic Invoicing Guidelines The Ministry of Finance published e-invoicing guidelines On February 23, 2026, the Ministry of Finance released electronic invoicing guidelines outlining the implementation...
Grace Period for Compliance in Croatia
Opportuneness Principle for Initial Phase: The Croatian Tax Authority will not initiate misdemeanor proceedings for early technical or operational challenges in issuing or fiscalizing eInvoices during the initial phase...
EN16931 Goes ViDA-Ready: What CEN’s 2026 Approval Changes for EU e-Invoicing
Transition to B2B Capability: The European standard EN 16931, originally designed for B2G (Business-to-Government) invoicing, is being updated to accommodate B2B (Business-to-Business) transactions, with a focus on...
MDDP Webinar: First experiences after the launch of KSeF – chaos or improvement of invoice circulation? (March 10)
When: 10 March 2026 | 10.00-11.00 Free participation ClickMeeting Platform Register for the event >> There was no postponement – KSeF started on February 1, 2026 and has been operating so far. For now, invoices in...
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...














