E-invoicing mandatory for B2B from 2026

Why is e-invoicing important?

From 2026, all Belgian businesses will have to switch from paper invoices to their digital equivalent. The aim of this major transition is to simplify and speed up the invoicing process, thereby reducing administrative costs while increasing fiscal transparency. The benefits of this transformation are numerous, including a reduced environmental footprint due to the elimination of paper and the possibility of further automating accounting processes.

Companies will be required to comply with specific standards for the format and transmission of e-invoices, thereby promoting interoperability between systems. The transition to mandatory e-invoicing should also stimulate the adoption of e-invoicing technologies, thereby strengthening the competitiveness of Belgian companies on the international stage.

Prepare for it already now

In conclusion, the transition to mandatory B2B e-invoicing in Belgium from 2026 marks a crucial step towards the modernisation of business practices in the country. This initiative promises to boost efficiency, reduce costs and contribute to a more sustainable future, while strengthening tax compliance. Belgian companies will have to prepare now for this inevitable transition to a digital and paperless future.

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