Oman Launches First Release of Fawtara Platform
In March, Oman Tax Authority announced the official launch of the first release of its “Fawtara” e-invoicing platform.
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Denmark Aligns with Peppol
The Danish Business Authority has confirmed that OIOUBL 3 has been cancelled, and that the current OIOUBL 2.1 format will be phased out and replaced by NemHandel BIS 4, a Danish adaptation of the Peppol BIS standard.
Uganda Experiences Encouraging Gains from E‑Invoicing Rollout
Recent data from Uganda’s tax authorities show that total government revenue increased from UGX 22.098 trillion to UGX 32.357 trillion over the period from FY 2021/22 to FY 2024/25, a roughly 40 % increase (about UGX 10 trillion/approx. €2.3 billion) that the Auditor‑General attributes in part to th
Norway Brings Forward Start Date for E-Invoicing by One Year
On 16 March 2026, Norway’s Ministry of Finance announced that mandatory B2B e-invoicing will begin a year earlier than originally planned, now taking effect on 1 January 2027.
Serrala Acquires E‑Invoicing Specialist Cevinio
Serrala, a global provider of finance automation solutions, has acquired Cevinio, a compliant e‑invoicing and accounts payable automation platform.
France Makes Penalties Tougher Ahead of September 2026 Go-Live
In mid-March, DGFiP (Direction Générale des Finances Publiques) issued official clarifications on how penalties will be applied for non-compliance with the e-invoicing and e-reporting regime starting 1 September 2026.
The Netherlands Announces Intention to Mandate E-Invoicing for 2030
The Dutch Ministry of Finance has presented a formal report to Parliament proposing a framework for a potential domestic e-invoicing mandate, targeted for January 2030.
Namibia's 2026 to 2027 National Budget Confirms E-Invoicing, Likely 2028
During its 2026/27 National Budget in February, Namibia's government reaffirmed its intentions to introduce mandatory e-invoicing for VAT-registered businesses. Initial plans suggested a possible rollout from 2026, but the budget statement now suggests 2028 is a more realistic date. The targeted s
UK VAT Gap Increases By £3 Billion in 12 Months
According to the latest HMRC estimates, the UK’s VAT gap based on the 2024-25 figures has widened – increasing to about £11.9 billion. The increase is £3 billion, up from the £8.9 billion reported gap published in the 2023-24 figures.
Timings and Scope Clarified for Singapore InvoiceNow Mandate
On the 26th February the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore clarified the scope and timing of Singapore's GST InvoiceNow e-invoicing mandate.
UAE MOF Publishes Guidelines Ahead of July Pilot
On the 23rd February, the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance (MoF) published its official operational guidelines for its upcoming B2B and B2G electronic invoicing pilot and mandatory regime, clarifying key aspects of the e‑invoicing and e‑reporting framework that businesses must follow ahead o
Argentina Moves Closer to a “Digital Twin” Tax System with New Monthly Electronic Settlement Receipt
As Argentina continues to digitize its tax ecosystem, this reform is seen as a critical milestone in creating a data-driven, near-real-time representation of economic activity - a domestic version of a “digital twin” for taxation.
Avalara Acquires Versori to Expand AI-driven Integration Capabilities
The acquisition is aimed at strengthening Avalara’s ability to scale integrations across thousands of systems and support its long-term strategy of delivering real-time, audit-ready compliance as part of transactions worldwide.
EN 16931 Update Sets Stage for ViDA-Driven B2B E‑Invoicing by 2030
On the 13th February 2026, the European Committee for Standardization (CEN/TC 434) approved key updates to EN 16931‑1, the EU semantic invoice standard. This move accelerates Europe’s preparation for the ViDA reforms, which will require structured, cross-border B2B e‑invoicing and near real-time rep
Belgium Enhances BTW‑opzoeken.be with Peppol Readiness Checks
In February 2026, Belgian businesses gained a practical tool to support the country’s mandatory Peppol e‑invoicing rollout, thanks to updates to the BTW‑opzoeken.be platform. While not a regulatory change, the enhancement has become a key resource for companies navigating the early months of structu
Greece Delays B2B E‑Invoicing Rollout for Large Businesses
In February 2026, Greece announced a one-month delay in the mandatory launch of myDATA B2B e‑invoicing for large enterprises. The delay gives businesses additional time to prepare systems for integration with the national VAT reporting platform.
France Finalises E‑Invoicing Formats, Profiles, and Penalties Ahead of September 2026 Rollout
In February 2026, the French government formally adopted its 2026 State Budget Law, embedding key updates to the country’s B2B e‑invoicing and e‑reporting regime, which begins 1 September 2026. The updates clarify how the system will operate in practice, including invoice formats, data profiles, ope
Sweden Reviews E-Invoicing and OSS Alignment Under EU ViDA Reforms
In February 2026, the Swedish Ministry of Finance announced steps to review how the country will align its domestic VAT framework with the EU’s ViDA reforms, including potential links between e-invoicing and the One-Stop Shop (OSS) system. The announcement did not introduce a formal B2B e-invoicing
EU Advances Preparations for ViDA Digital Reporting Requirements Ahead of July 2030 Rollout
In February 2026, the EU made key strides in preparing for ViDA digital reporting requirements (DRR), which will become mandatory on 1st July 2030.
Argentina Expands E-Invoicing Obligations in February 2026 Update
In February 2026, Argentina’s tax authority, Agencia de Recaudación y Control Aduanero (ARCA), announced a significant update to the country’s electronic invoicing regime, extending mandatory e-invoicing to additional sectors and enhancing digital reporting processes.