Starting in , several regions—most notably Serbia and certain states in Germany —implemented mandatory Business-to-Government (B2G) e-invoicing . This shift requires businesses to move away from PDFs and paper, instead submitting invoices in structured digital formats that government systems can read automatically. What You Need to Know
Do you have a of invoices or just a few per month? B2G e-invoicing compulsory from May 2022
Traditional email attachments (like PDFs or Word docs) generally no longer count. You must use specific formats like XML (often following the PEPPOL standard or local standards like ZUGFeRD ). Starting in , several regions—most notably Serbia and
I can then provide the specific format requirements and portal links for your location. Traditional email attachments (like PDFs or Word docs)
Invoices not sent through these official channels are often legally void, meaning the government agency won't (and technically can't) pay you. Why the Change?
Remember that digital invoices must be stored in their original electronic format for audit purposes, often for up to 10 years. To help you get the right technical setup, let me know: Which country or region are you billing? What accounting software are you currently using?