


Spain proposes phased rollout for mandatory e-invoicing and e-reporting
Spain has proposed a major overhaul of its B2B invoicing system, introducing mandatory e-invoicing and near real-time e-reporting under its Crea y Crece framework. The measures are still in draft form but set out a detailed direction of travel for businesses operating in Spain. The

Penalties for non-compliance with Belgian e-invoicing mandate begin
Businesses failing to comply with Belgium’s B2B e-invoicing mandate will now face penalties, after a three-month grace period expired. B2B e-invoicing went live in the country on 1st January – only for resident companies at this stage. It applies to all domestic B2B transactions and

Uganda’s e-invoicing success story: 150% compliance surge
Uganda has emerged as one of the most compelling real-world examples of how digital tax transformation can reshape compliance. Through its Electronic Fiscal Receipting and Invoicing System (EFRIS), the country has reportedly achieved a dramatic 150% increase in VAT compliance, positioning itself as a model

EU opens VAT data to fraud investigators but limits bulk access and AI use
The European Union is moving to strengthen its fight against VAT fraud by expanding access to tax data for enforcement authorities. However, the proposal comes with strict safeguards, including limits on bulk data extraction and the use of artificial intelligence. A targeted expansion of access

Technical details threaten harmonisation of ViDA
For the past few years, most of the discussion has been about direction, what the EU is trying to achieve and how the three pillars fit together. That part is now largely settled. What’s happening now, based on the recent expert group discussions, is much

UAE launches optional B2B 4-corner Peppol framework
On 21st April 2026, the United Arab Emirates formally launched an optional B2B 4-corner Peppol e-invoicing framework. This development marks the transition from planning to execution in the UAE’s broader move toward a fully digital, real-time reporting ecosystem. What is a 4-corner e-invoicing model? The

April 2026 tax headlines: global VAT news

Spain approves mandatory B2B e-invoicing
On 24th March 2026, the Spanish Council of Ministers approved a Royal Decree introducing mandatory e-invoicing for B2B transactions between companies. The reform implements part of the Crea y Crece Law, which aims to reduce late payments, improve payment transparency, and accelerate digitalisation. While Spain






