Governments worldwide are banning PDF invoices in favor of structured e-invoicing formats, with Belgium mandating Peppol BIS Billing 3.0 from 1 January 2026 and the EU’s ViDA regulation requiring structured invoices for all intra‑EU B2B transactions by July 2030. France, Germany, Poland, and India also have specific structured‑invoice mandates, creating a global shift toward machine‑readable data. The article explains the legal, operational, and cost implications of this transition for finance teams.
Penalties start at EUR 1,500 for a first offence and increase with subsequent violations.
In September 2026, France requires invoices in structured formats such as UBL 2.1, UN/CEFACT CII, or Factur‑X; PDFs will not be accepted.
From July 2030, all intra‑EU B2B transactions must use structured e‑invoices.
Receiving capability is required as of January 2025, with full sending obligations arriving by 2028.
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e-Invoice.app · about 1 month ago
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VATCalc · about 1 month ago
Belgium will raise the VAT rate on hotel and campsite accommodation to 12% from 1 March 2026, while the rate on non‑alcoholic beverages served in hospitality venues will fall to 12% from 21%. Planned increases for takeaway food and cultural/sports events from 6% to 12% have been put on hold after a critical advisory opinion from the Council of State.
