Regulatory Analysis

Posted March 11, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
ViDA: EU Adopts ‘VAT in the Digital Age’

The VAT in the Digital Age Package (ViDA) has been adopted by the EU 27 months after it was initially proposed by the Commission in late 2022. The package includes a directive, regulation, and implementing regulation, focusing on three key areas: digitalizing VAT reporting by 2030, requiring online platforms to collect VAT on short-term accommodation […]

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Posted March 10, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Philippines: New Rules on e-Invoicing and CTC e-Reporting Published

The Philippines Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has published Revenue Regulations 11-2025, which implement changes to existing e-invoicing and CTC e-reporting obligations. The officially published regulation includes a few changes compared to its draft version. The amendments made in the official version include: Broader Taxpayer Scope: Taxpayers classified as Large Taxpayers under Republic Act No. […]

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Posted February 27, 2025 by Talent Gwaindepi
Slovenia: New Mandatory B2B e-Invoicing Proposal

On 11 February 2025, the Financial Administration of the Republic of Slovenia (FURS) published a new draft law regarding the introduction of mandatory B2B e-invoicing. This new draft proposes changes to the previously issued proposal announced by the Slovenian government in 2024, which aimed to introduce both mandatory B2B e-invoicing and CTC e-reporting starting in […]

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Posted February 27, 2025 by Talent Gwaindepi
Nigeria: Launch of E-invoicing Pilot

On February 17, 2025, the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) announced plans to launch an e-invoicing pilot in the second half of this year, starting with selected large taxpayers. The announcement was made during a stakeholder engagement meeting attended by large taxpayers from businesses across various sectors. In September 2024, FIRS announced its plans to introduce mandatory […]

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Posted February 27, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Cambodia: Mandatory B2G E-invoicing Stage 1 Announced

In December 2024, the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) announced the launch of Cambodia’s centralized CTC e-Invoicing System, allowing taxpayers to join voluntarily. In January 2025, the MEF began Stage 1 of the system’s mandatory roll-out, starting with a B2G obligation. It applies to the central budget units of the Ministry of Economy and […]

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Posted February 26, 2025 by Talent Gwaindepi
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Public Consultation Launch

Bosnia and Herzegovina has opened Public Hearing on the Draft Law on Fiscalisation of Transactions from January 1, 2025 to March 1, 2025. In late 2024 Bosnia and Herzegovina published a  draft Law introducing mandatory B2B, B2G, and B2C e-invoicing and real-time reporting requirements aiming to combat tax fraud. The objective of the public consultation is […]

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Posted February 24, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Philippines: Upcoming Changes to e-Invoicing and CTC e-Reporting

In late 2024, the Philippine government enacted the CREATE MORE Act, introducing several amendments to the Tax Code, including changes to e-invoicing and to the CTC e-reporting system. The Act removed the five-year deadline for the government to implement e-invoicing and CTC e-reporting – originally set by the TRAIN Law – and introduced tax deduction […]

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Posted February 21, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Botswana: New E-Invoicing Plans Announced

In their 2024/25 Budget, the Botswana Minister of Finance had shared its plans to implement mandatory phased e-invoicing to enhance VAT collection efficiency. However, no specific roll-out dates were established. In the latest update from the 2025 Budget Speech, the Minister of Finance announced the development of the Electronic VAT Invoicing Solution. This project aims […]

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Posted February 18, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
UK: E-invoicing Public Consultation Published

The United Kingdom’s HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and the Department for Business & Trade have launched their highly anticipated public consultation on promoting electronic invoicing across UK businesses and the public sector. This consultation marks a significant move toward modernizing business practices and enhancing digital transformation in the country’s economy. The purpose of this […]

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Posted February 6, 2025 by Victor Duarte
Saudi Arabia: 20th Wave of Taxpayers in Scope of Phase 2 of E-Invoicing Announced

The Saudi Arabian Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) announced the 20th wave of Phase 2 of the e-invoicing initiative. The 20th wave includes taxpayers whose revenues subject to VAT exceeded (SAR 1. 5 Mn) (approximately USD 399K) during 2022 or 2023. Taxpayers within this group are expected to integrate with the system as of October 31, 2025. Phase 2 of the e-invoicing […]

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Posted February 6, 2025 by Victor Duarte
UAE Announces E-invoicing Public Consultation

The Ministry of Finance in the UAE announced on 6 February 2025 the launch of a Public Consultation on eInvoicing. This initiative aims to gather feedback from stakeholders on the proposed eInvoicing data requirements, ensuring transparency and alignment with industry needs. The Ministry of Finance hopes to: Establish a common understanding of data elements used […]

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Posted February 4, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Italy: E-invoicing Schema Update

The Italian Revenue Agency (Agenzia delle Entrate) has announced important updates to the Italian mandatory e-invoicing “FatturaPA” technical specifications and schemas. The technical documentation has been updated to version 1.9 and will be effective from 1 April 2025. A summary of the main changes introduced by this updated version are as follows: · Introduction of Document […]

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Posted February 3, 2025 by Inês Carvalho
Belgium: new CTC e-reporting mandate from 2028

Belgium’s new coalition government has announced plans to introduce a complementary reporting requirement alongside the existing B2B e-invoicing mandate. With the current e-invoicing system operating through the 4-corner Peppol network, there was speculation that a 5-corner model would follow. The recent announcement confirms this, stating that e-invoicing systems, cash registers, and payment systems will be […]

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Posted January 31, 2025 by Kelly Muniz
Jordan: Phase 2 of the National E-invoicing System Announced

Jordan is moving forward with the implementation of its mandatory e-invoicing system, the National Billing System (NBS), which allows businesses and professionals to electronically issue and manage invoices. The NBS provides a platform for users to generate invoices directly or integrate with the system via API, streamlining the invoicing process and enhancing compliance with tax […]

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Posted January 27, 2025 by Inês Carvalho
Norway: Mandatory B2B e-invoicing on the horizon

The Norwegian Ministry of Finance announced the launch of a study into the introduction of mandatory electronic invoicing for business-to-business transactions. The Directorate of Taxes has been tasked with outlining the requirements and presenting a report by mid-June 2025. Electronic invoicing has been mandatory in the public sector since 2019. By extending this requirement to […]

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Posted January 23, 2025 by Carolina Silva
Australia Promotes Peppol E-invoicing

The Australian Government is enhancing its commitment to increase Peppol e-invoicing in the country. This commitment is highlighted in the State Budget for 2025. The Government recognizes its role in leading the uptake of e-invoicing in Australia and aims to promote the adoption of e-invoicing by all businesses, by continuing outreach efforts and considering a […]

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Posted January 22, 2025 by Mariadelc Aguilar
Chile: Obligation to Provide Printed Electronic Receipts for Face-to-Face Sales

Effective May 1, 2025, taxpayers who operate with an electronic receipt and/or electronic receipt depending on the payment method, must submit printed representation. In case of payment in cash or bank transfer, the electronic receipt. In the case of electronic means of payment, the receipt, or printed voucher. Businesses must display a poster or visible […]

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Posted January 17, 2025 by Victor Duarte
Hungary: Mandatory e-Invoicing for Electricity and Gas Trading Supplies Pushed to 1 July 2025

Last year the Hungarian Government implemented new regulations mandating electronic invoicing for electricity and natural gas supplies to non-private individuals beginning on 1 January 2025. However, to provide more time for taxpayers impacted by this requirement, the Government decided to push this deadline to July 1, 2025.  This obligation is outlined in Government Decree no. 273/2007. […]

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