There may be problems verifying some invoices in the National e-Invoice System (KSeF), even if they are correctly issued offline. If the person responsible for invoicing loses their job or KSeF permissions, verification...
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EU ViDA Digital Reporting: Technical Debates, Solutions, and Alignment Challenges for E-Invoicing Requirements
Member States and stakeholders are divided on key definitional and operational issues regarding the ViDA Digital Reporting Requirements (DRR). Several potential solutions are being proposed by member states. Alignment...
2 months ago
Thailand’s e-Tax Invoice System: Digitalizing Business Documents with Voluntary Electronic Invoicing Options
Thailand’s e-Tax Invoice system digitizes tax invoices, regulated by specific laws and standards. Two types: e-Tax Invoice & e-Receipt (for all businesses, requires digital signature/certificate) and e-Tax...
2 months ago
KSeF: Mandatory E-Invoicing Revolution in Poland from February 2026 – Key Changes and Practical Guide
From February 1, 2026, all B2B invoices in Poland must be issued and received via the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) in a structured XML format. KSeF has been available on a voluntary basis since January 1, 2022...
2 months ago
Mandatory KSeF: Who Is Liable for Invoicing Errors—Taxpayer, Invoice Clerk, or Accountant?
Responsibility for invoicing errors in the mandatory KSeF system depends on the person performing the invoicing tasks, identified by name. In small businesses, the owner usually handles invoicing; in larger companies...
2 months ago
European Commission Seeks Feedback on Revising eInvoicing Rules for Public Procurement Across the EU
The European Commission launched a call for evidence on revising eInvoicing rules in public procurement on 19 November 2025. Proposed changes include mandatory use of the European eInvoicing standard for B2G...
2 months ago
Key Questions Taxpayers Ask About the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF) During Trainings
Krajowy System e-Faktur (KSeF) will become mandatory for B2B VAT taxpayers in Poland: from February 1, 2026 for those with 2025 turnover above 200 million PLN, and from April 1, 2026 for others. The obligation initially...
2 months ago
KSeF and QR Codes: Debunking the Controversy Over Structured Invoice Visualization Rules
Proposed regulations do not prohibit issuing a visualization of a document to the buyer after it is sent to the National e-Invoice System (KSeF) and assigned a KSeF number. There is ongoing debate about the function and...
2 months ago
KSeF Offline Invoicing Raises Growing Doubts Among VAT Taxpayers and Experts
The Ministry of Finance stated in the KSeF 2.0 manual that the offline24 mode for issuing invoices can be used “without restrictions,” mainly for internet access issues. There is growing uncertainty among...
2 months ago
Preparing for E-Invoicing and VAT in Qatar: Key Steps for Business Compliance and Readiness
Qatar is moving toward mandatory e-invoicing as part of its upcoming VAT implementation, with a phased rollout expected soon. Businesses must adopt new technologies, integrate with certified e-invoicing systems, and...
2 months ago
Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget: Major Indirect Tax Reforms, VAT Changes, and E-Invoicing Initiatives
VAT and SSCL registration thresholds will be reduced from LKR 60 million to LKR 36 million, effective April 1, 2026. 18% VAT and 2.5% SSCL will be imposed on imported coconut and palm oil, and SSCL will apply to...
2 months ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina Proposes Mandatory Real-Time E-Invoicing Bill with Pre-Clearance and Reporting
FBiH’s Federal Ministry of Finance introduced a mandatory real-time e-invoicing Bill to Parliament on 18 November 2025. The Bill covers pre-clearance e-invoicing for B2B and B2G transactions. It also mandates fiscal...
2 months ago
Hungary Amends Tax Laws: VAT Group Rules, Liability, Invoice Reporting, and Reduced Rates Updated
Hungary published Law No. LXXXIII/2025 to amend various tax laws. The law aims to simplify tax administration and align with EU tax regulations. VAT provisions are amended, including changes to VAT-group representative...
2 months ago
E-Invoicing & E-Reporting developments in the news in week 47/2025
Podcast on Spotify Follow the latest updates on E-Invoicing and Real Time Reporting on www.vatupdate.com and the LinkedIn pages on E-Invoicing/Real Time Reporting and ViDA. HIGHLIGHTS OF WEEKS 47/2025 NEW COLLECTION...
2 months ago
MDDP Seminar: Get ready for KSEeF (Nov 27)
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO The invoicing revolution is coming – is your business ready for it? How to prepare for KSeF and what do these changes mean for taxpayers? On 27 November this year, MDDP experts will answer these...
2 months ago
EU VAT Expert Group – Minutes of the 41th meeting – Explanatory Notes DRR discussed
VEG 132 – Minutes 41st VEG meeting 07-11-2025 1. Meeting Overview First meeting of the newly appointed VEG members. Chaired by DG TAXUD, emphasizing the group’s advisory role in VAT policy and ongoing reforms. 2...
2 months ago
Group of the Future of VAT – Minutes 50th meeting – October 20, 2025
GFV 153 – Minutes 50th GFV meeting 20-10-2025 1. Approval of the Agenda The agenda was approved without discussion. 2. Nature of the Meeting The meeting was not open to the public. 3. Points Discussed 3.1. Study...
2 months ago
Report – Beyond the Checkbox: Compliance as Strategy
Link to the report, CLICK HERE Basware’s groundbreaking new research, conducted with FT Longitude: Beyond the Checkbox: Compliance as Strategy 88% of businesses with advanced invoice & tax compliance processes...
2 months ago
E-Invoicing Exchange Summit Singapore 2025 (Nov 24-26, 2025)
REGISTER HERE See E-Invoicing Exchange Summit: Agenda Asia Summit Overview Dates: November 24–26, 2025 Location: Singapore Focus: Global developments in e-invoicing, interoperability, SME digitalization, and regulatory...
2 months ago
Bosnia and Herzegovina to Launch E-Invoicing for Modern, Efficient, and Transparent Business Environment
Bosnia and Herzegovina is introducing electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) to modernize business and public administration, integrating digital tools like e-signatures and certification authorities. A new Law on...
2 months ago
France Proposes Two-Year Grace Period for E-Invoicing Penalties Starting September 2026
France plans to implement mandatory B2B e-invoicing and e-reporting for all VAT-registered businesses from September 2026, with full coverage by September 2027. A proposed amendment (I-1028) to the 2026 Finance Bill...
2 months ago
Polish Ministry of Finance issues draft act on KSeF exemptions
Draft Act on KSeF Exemptions: On November 18, 2025, the Polish Ministry of Finance published a draft law specifying transactions exempt from mandatory e-invoicing via KSeF, mainly those with invoices containing less...
2 months ago
Polish Tax Office Warns Against Invoicing Outside KSeF – VAT Deduction Still Allowed
The Polish Ministry of Finance warns companies about issuing invoices outside the National e-Invoicing System (KSeF). Businesses should check why contractors issue invoices outside KSeF, as this could indicate...
2 months ago
ViDA Digital Reporting Requirements (DRR): First draft Explanatory Notes raise key technical questions
Clarification of Key Terms: The draft Explanatory Notes for the Digital Reporting Requirements (DRR) highlight the need for clear definitions regarding the “issuance” and “transmission” of e-invoices, as well as the...
2 months ago
Serbia Releases SEF E-Invoice System Version 3.15.0 on Demo Environment
SEF E-Invoice System version 3.15.0 has been released. The new version is available in the demo environment. Announcement made on the official SEF website. Source: docnova.ai Note that this post was (partially) written...
2 months ago
Australia’s Phased E-Invoicing via Peppol: B2G Mandate, B2B Voluntary, ATO Oversight
Australia uses the Peppol network for e-invoicing with a phased, mostly voluntary approach. E-invoicing is mandatory for B2G transactions with federal agencies since 1 July 2022; B2B adoption is encouraged but not...
2 months ago
Poland KSeF e-Invoicing: Your Essential Guide to Real-Time VAT Compliance and Automation
Poland is implementing a centralized, real-time VAT e-invoicing system (KSeF) requiring FA(3) XML invoices to be validated and assigned a KSeF ID before being delivered to buyers. Key dates include open testing...
2 months ago
Poland Mandates B2B eInvoicing and Updates VAT Returns Starting February 2026
Poland will implement mandatory B2B eInvoicing via the National eInvoicing System (KSeF) and updated VAT return schemas starting February 2026. New VAT return structures (JPK_V7M(3) for monthly, JPK_V7K(3) for...
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