International Developments in E-Invoicing E-invoicing is unstoppable worldwide. Digitalisation, efficiency, and new legislation are driving this trend forward, and nowhere is this more evident than in Europe. Thanks to harmonisation and EU mandates, e-invoicing is rapidly expanding. On this page, we explore the most important international developments, with a special focus on Europe. Curious about what’s happening and how it affects your organisation? Let’s dive in.
What are the key developments in Europe? Europe is a frontrunner in e-invoicing, mainly due to EU Directive 2014/55/EU. This directive requires governments to accept electronic invoices that comply with a uniform standard, such as Peppol. This has significantly boosted adoption. For government suppliers—also known as Business-to-Government (B2G)—e-invoicing is already mandatory in many countries.
Why this focus on e-invoicing? The European Union envisions a digital single market where everything operates more efficiently, transparently, and sustainably. E-invoicing aligns perfectly with this goal. By automating processes, manual work becomes a thing of the past, and errors decrease. Governments gain better control over tax fraud, such as VAT carousel fraud, thanks to increased transparency. And reducing paper usage? That fits seamlessly with the ambitions of the European Green Deal. At eConnect, we see e-invoicing as more than just a trend—it’s a smart step towards the future.
