Updates on e-invoicing in Europe
The European Union is currently at a pivotal phase in the evolution of e-invoicing. The transition towards e-invoicing has been gradual but persistent, commencing with the publication of Directive 2014/55/EU.
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The European Union is currently at a pivotal phase in the evolution of e-invoicing. The transition towards e-invoicing has been gradual but persistent, commencing with the publication of Directive 2014/55/EU.
The Accounting software for resident companies has been made available by the Belgian Federal Public Service for Finance (FPS) for implementation from the 1st of January 2026. This coincides with the introduction of mandatory electronic invoicing. Furthermore, these software applications will facilitate the exchange of invoices in PEPPOL format.
The use of electronic invoicing has significantly increased in Europe in recent years. Several countries have implemented invoicing systems to optimize their processes and reduce the VAT gap.
SERES has released an extensive analysis on B2B electronic invoicing in the European landscape for 2023. The report showcases that various countries are set to integrate e-invoicing into inter-business transactions within the next three years. These include Romania, Poland, France, Greece, Latvia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Croatia, Spain, Germany, and Belgium.
The incorporation of e-invoicing is a crucial part of the digital transformation of nations. Its widespread adoption has become a global phenomenon, particularly in the Oceania region in recent years.