Germany and France will release ZUGFeRD version 2.5 on May 20, 2026, introducing support for gross invoices and aligning the format with the latest EN 16931 standards. Germany and France have announced a new version of the ZUGFeRD e-invoicing format (version 2.5), which will be released on May 20, 2026. The update is developed jointly by Forum for Electronic Invoicing Germany and FNFE-MPE (a Fren... Read more

Germany is considering a major tax reform that would increase the standard VAT rate to 21–22% while lowering reduced rates and introducing a 0% rate on essential goods to offset the impact on households. Germany is currently debating a major tax reform that could shift the burden from income to consumption. The proposed changes, discussed by the CDU/CSU-SPD coalition, include increasing the standa... Read more

From 1 January 2026, the Netherlands mandates a fully digital VAT refund system for non-EU customers, replacing paper invoices and customs stamps. This is according to the regulation issued by the Ministry of Finance on March 14, 2025, amending the Turnover Tax Implementing Decree. Retailers must register transactions digitally, while customers submit refund requests via the NL Customs VAT app, wi... Read more

Vietnam has implemented a temporary 0% VAT on fuel, reducing state budget receipts by 7.2 trillion VND to combat rising oil prices. Vietnam has taken immediate action to protect its economy from rising oil prices. The government has implemented a temporary 0% VAT rate on gasoline, diesel, and aviation fuel from March 26 to April 15, 2026, under Decision No. 482/QD-TTg. The action goes beyond a st... Read more

The National Tax and Customs Administration will conduct targeted inspections in selected towns and retail sectors across Bács-Kiskun County between April 6–12 and April 27–May 3. Read more

The Ghana Revenue Authority requires all taxable persons to issue fiscal receipts through certified systems with real-time reporting, and to notify the authority within 24 hours in case of system downtime. Read more

The Cabinet has reviewed relevant laws and decrees, deciding to implement a framework for Electronic Invoicing. Key definitions include "Electronic Invoice," "Electronic Credit Note," "Issuer," "Recipient," and "System Failure." The Decision addresses violations and related administrative penalties, applies specifically to the Electronic Invoicing System, and will be published in the Official Gaze... Read more

The Italian Revenue Agency has released updated e-invoicing technical specifications (version 1.9.1), effective from May 15, 2026, introducing new controls, revised accreditation procedures, and updates to data coding and recipient code limits. The Italian Revenue Agency has published updated technical specifications for electronic invoicing. The new format, version 1.9.1 dated March 31, 2026, wil... Read more

Overall, the changes aim to integrate fiscal devices with national IT systems, reduce administrative burdens, and strengthen compliance through increased transparency and automation. Romania is preparing a major reform of its fiscalization system through a draft Government Decision that introduces digital tax receipts, enhanced reporting, and simplified compliance rules for businesses. The reform... Read more

Local reports indicate that fuel prices are expected to increase slightly next week, with gasoline and diesel rising by a few cents per liter as part of weekly price adjustments now implemented by authorities, effective from April 8, 2026 due to a public holiday delay. Local tabloids report that the price of fuel at stations outside the highway network will be approximately 1.65 euros per liter. H... Read more

The Ministry of Finance of Montenegro has extended the deadline for aligning activity codes with KD 2025 from 30 March to 30 June 2026, giving businesses additional time to comply with the updated classification requirements. Ministry of Finance of Montenegro has announced an extension of the deadline for businesses to align their activity codes with the new Classification of Activities – KD... Read more

National Tax and Customs Administration Baranya will conduct targeted inspections of market vendors in Pécs, Komló, and across the county from April 6–12, focusing on seasonal sellers and high-risk retail segments. The audits will comprehensively assess compliance with receipt and invoice issuance, cash register rules, employee registration, and the traceability of excise goods, combining fiscalization checks with broader labor and tax enforcement. Read more

Portugal has temporarily extended the deadline for submitting March 2026 invoice notifications to April 8, 2026, allowing businesses to report invoices to the Portuguese Tax Authority without penalties due to the Easter holiday period. The Portuguese government has announced a temporary adjustment to invoice notification deadlines due to the Easter holiday period. Recognizing that many citizens ar... Read more

Germany has clarified its e-invoicing transition rules, allowing paper and PDF invoices until the end of 2026 (or 2027 for smaller businesses), ensuring a gradual shift to digital invoicing. After these periods, mandatory e-invoicing will apply to domestic B2B transactions, giving businesses more time and clarity to prepare for compliance. Germany has updated its guidance on mandatory e-invoicing,... Read more

The UAE Ministry of Finance launched e-invoicing guidance under the ‘We the UAE 2031’ vision to enhance transparency and efficiency. The package outlines phased implementation, ASP requirements, XML formats, and TINs. All businesses, regardless of VAT registration, must comply. Key deadlines and responsibilities are set for ASPs and in-scope entities, with penalties for non-compliance. The UAE Min... Read more

Mexico’s Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT) has introduced a new mandate requiring digital platforms to provide permanent, real-time online access to their tax and operational data under the 2026 Miscellaneous Tax Resolution. Read more