ZUGFeRD 2.3 Released: Changes and New Featuresin the EXTENDED Profile On 18 September 2024, ZUGFeRD version 2.3 was released. In the new version of ZUGFeRD, new elements have been added to the EXTENDED profile to improve interoperability with the French B2B e-invoicing obligation. It is important that users of ZUGFeRD EXTENDED update to the new
Germany’s New B2B E-Invoicing Requirements The German Ministry of Finance (BMF) published a draft guideline detailing the upcoming mandatory B2B e-invoicing. It covers the first requirements, effective from January 1, 2025, under which all resident taxpayers must be able to receive structured e-invoices for domestic B2B transactions. The key points from the guideline are: For more
Germany: B2B E-Invoicing Planned for 2027 As mandated by the Wachstumschancengesetz recently approved by the German Federal Council, the use of electronic invoices will be mandatory for B2B transactions in Germany from 2025. With effect from 1 January 2025, compliance with the EN16931 standard will be mandatory for all such transactions. This initiative is intended
French Parliament Rejects Postponement OfE-Invoicing Reform The French National Assembly has officially voted against delaying the upcoming e-invoicing reform. The transition will proceed according to the original schedule. Key Deadlines Supporters of the original timeline emphasized: Some MPs voiced concerns about: With the reform moving ahead as planned, businesses are encouraged to:
Potential One-Year Delay In French E-InvoicingMandate Under Draft Law On March 24th, the French Senate approved a draft law that could significantly reshape the e-invoicing roadmap in France. While many expected only a minor delay for smaller businesses, the proposed changes go much further. 1. A Broader Delay Than Initially Expected Contrary to early interpretations, the draft
France Releases Version 3.0 of E-Invoicing Specifications France has published Version 3.0 of the external specifications for B2B e-invoicing, consolidating all exchange format documents ahead of the mandatory e-invoicing deadline of September 1, 2026. This update aims to streamline electronic invoicing and data transmission between VAT payers and the administration. Key Highlights: For full details,
French e-Invoicing Reform Update:PDPs Now Central The French Ministry of Finance has released a critical update on the upcoming e-Invoicing reform, which will overhaul invoicing practices for businesses across France. This development places a new emphasis on partner dematerialization platforms (PDPs), redefining their role in the process. Highlights from the Announcement (October 15, 2024) Impact
France Updates E-Invoicing Specs with Version 2.4 The French Tax Administration (FTA) has released version 2.4 of the “External Specifications” for electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) reform in France. The main changes in this new version include: The release of these new specifications reaffirms the French government’s commitment to the e-invoicing reform implementation schedule, set for September 1,
The New Calendar Of The French E-InvoicingMandate Has Been Validated As part of the Finance Law for 2024, the new calendar of the French e-invoicing mandate has also been validated, and will be rolled out as follows: For ALL companies, regardless of their size: Obligation to receive electronic invoices (in structured format) on September 1,
ViDA Published: EU Greenlights Member Statesto Mandate E-Invoicing Without Prior Approval On 25 March 2025, the long-anticipated VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) package was officially published in the Official Journal of the European Union, bringing significant changes to the EU VAT landscape. The package amends three key legislative instruments: These changes will enter into force on
