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
Most governments require you to upload these files to a specific government platform (e.g., Serbia’s SEF portal) or send them via a certified access point. Starting in , several regions—most notably Serbia and
Ensure your accounting or ERP system (like SAP, Xero, or QuickBooks) is configured to export the specific XML schema required by the country you are billing. Most governments require you to upload these files
Governments are doing this to , reduce manual data entry errors, and—most importantly— crack down on tax evasion by gaining real-time visibility into transactions. Immediate Steps to Take
If you haven't already, sign up for the relevant government digital identity or billing portal.
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?
