compliance
peppol
regulations
08/01/2026
European e-invoicing is built on a common standard, but implemented through multiple local and cross-border “dialects.” In this article, we go beyond EN 16931 to explain how formats like XRechnung, ZUGFeRD/Factur-X, and Peppol BIS actually work in practice and how to choose the right one depending on where you do business.
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07/01/2026
2025: The year e-invoicing stopped being a back-office problem and started becoming a business strategy. Discover how governments worldwide closed the VAT gap with real-time mandates, which key countries confirmed long-term compliance roadmaps, and how the "Model Wars" between Clearance CTC and Decentralized Exchange are shaping the future of global finance.
vida
06/01/2026
On the 17th of November 2023, the Growth Opportunities Act (Wachstumschancengesetz), including the compulsory business-to-business electronic invoicing regulation, was approved by the German Bundestag. The Act underwent several amendments compared to the initially submitted version.
24/12/2025
The transition to electronic invoicing via Peppol in Belgium is underway. Learn why starting early matters and how to efficiently prepare your organization for the future.
19/12/2025
Self-billing via Peppol transforms invoicing by letting buyers issue invoices directly, reducing errors, saving time, and ensuring full compliance with European standards. Explore how companies and public institutions in Belgium can leverage this secure, automated process to streamline operations and lower costs.
11/12/2025
As of January 1, 2026, electronic invoicing will become mandatory for all Belgian companies doing business with other VAT-liable businesses. As this date approaches, the need for clear information on exactly how Peppol works is growing. One of the most frequently asked questions revolves around the Peppol ID, the digital address that determines where your e-invoices are sent and from where they are received.
From 1 January 2026 all transactions between VAT liable businesses in Belgium must be processed using a valid electronic invoice. Many organisations are still preparing for this transition. Beyond the financial penalties defined by the authorities, late adoption can also cause delays in payments. What does this mean for your organisation and which risks do you face if you are not ready in time
The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) is moving toward a major reform of its fiscal and invoicing framework with the government recently adopting a draft Law on Fiscalization of Transactions. Although Bosnia and Herzegovina is composed of two entities and a special district, this draft law applies exclusively to the Federation, not the entire country. The proposal aims to modernise the fiscal system, introduce real-time or near-real-time transaction reporting, and reduce the grey economy, but many technical details and timelines are still under development. Based on the information available from official announcements and local media, below is an overview of the current status.
08/12/2025
Hungary is considered a leader in the European Union in the field of VAT digitalization, as its Online Invoice System (NAV Online Számla Rendszer) has long required businesses to fulfil a fully digitized data reporting obligation.
05/12/2025
A key update for Belgian SMEs and accountants: B2B e-invoicing becomes mandatory on January 1, 2026, but a grace period will start in December 2025. The legal obligation remains, but this offers a practical buffer.
banqup
payment
announcements
02/12/2025
The Belgian payments landscape is evolving. By Spring 2026, the strategic consolidation of the Bancontact Payconiq Company into the Bancontact Company will streamline its brands. This move is a definitive step toward a simplified, future-proof, and potentially pan-European payment experience. At Banqup, we view this evolution as an opportunity to further enhance the services we provide our clients.
As already outlined in our previous blog post on the subject, the United Arab Emirates is taking a significant leap forward in its digital transformation journey, particularly within its tax administration, with the confirmation of a phased business-to-business (B2B) e-invoicing mandate.
The UAE is modernising its VAT administration by introducing a new e-invoicing initiative. The initiative aims to streamline compliance, increase transparency, and boost revenue collection. It is a significant step in the government's digital transformation efforts.
trends
28/11/2025
With the January 1, 2026, e-invoicing mandate rapidly approaching, the Q4 results of the ITAA survey offer clear proof of progress. What started as planning in spring has turned into concrete action in the second half of 2025.
27/11/2025
The UK has confirmed its long-awaited e-invoicing mandate: it will be mandatory for all VAT invoices starting in 2029. Learn what this means for your business.
