Brazil's Federal Tax Authority released an Excel spreadsheet with simulated CNPJs and State Registration numbers for use in the homologation environment. Read more

The UK government has introduced new VAT rules for drinks sold under Deposit Return Schemes starting October 1, 2027. Businesses won’t account for VAT on deposits, simplifying accounting, while they must adjust systems for deposit handling. Three schemes will operate across regions. The UK government has announced new VAT accounting rules for drinks sold under the country’s upcoming Deposit... Read more

On 10 July 2026, France's tax authorities released a guide for businesses on electronic invoicing ahead of mandatory implementation on 1 September 2026. Key objectives include ensuring payment continuity, efficient preparation, and compliance while addressing technical issues without penalties for genuine efforts. On 10 July 2026, the French tax authorities published a new Practical Guide to getti... Read more

Singapore has introduced financial incentives to support the adoption of GST Invoice Now, its e-invoicing system. The grants range from SGD 1,000 to SGD 25,000 (€678 - €16,948), depending on company size, annual supplies, and integration requirements. IMDA has published the eligibility criteria for each grant tier The SGD 1,000 grant is aimed at smaller GST-registered businesses with annual suppli... Read more

EET 2.0 introduces "registration unit" defining sale locations, including shops, kiosks, online platforms, and mobile delivery vehicles. In accordance with the latest rules regarding EET 2.0 fiscalization in Czech republic, a new legal term has been introduced to make recording sales clearer: the registration unit. This defines the place where goods are sold or services are provided — essent... Read more

Thailand’s e-invoicing system is voluntary, with no 2026/2027 B2B mandate. Adoption is encouraged through tax incentives, while businesses should monitor future mandate and incentive developments. Thailand has a voluntary e-Tax Invoice and e-Receipt system. It is not a mandatory CTC or real-time clearance model, and there is currently no legislated B2B e-invoicing mandate for 2026 or 2027. The sy... Read more

Uruguay reduced IMESI tax on gasoline sold at eligible border-area service stations: 22% near Argentina and 34% near Brazil from July 1, 2026. The regime also covers stations 20–60 km from eligible crossings at 50% of the original benefit. The benefit applies only to end consumers paying in person with eligible local electronic methods; cash is excluded. For retailers, it affects POS, payment, and... Read more

Brazil’s Technical Note 2026.002 updates NFGas for the Consumption Tax Reform, adding rules for IBS/CBS, cashback, SUFRAMA incentives, advance payments, and ICMS fields. For Normal Regime issuers, the IBS/CBS group becomes mandatory on August 3, 2026. Other validations enter production on August 31, 2026. NFGas issuers and software providers must update XML layouts, tax fields, validations, and re... Read more

Poland's Finance Ministry released KSeF version 5.5.1.v1, refining its API, removing error codes, and adding new authorisation options. The Polish Ministry of Finance has released version 5.5.1.v1 of the KSeF e-invoicing technical specification, refining the API interface ahead of the mandatory rollout. The changes refer to: Error code removal: Error code 99 for HTTP 400 (Bad Request) response... Read more

Brazil’s Technical Note 2026.004 v1.01 updates NF-e and NFC-e systems to support the new alphanumeric CNPJ format, which applies only to new registrations while existing CNPJs remain unchanged. The new CNPJ keeps 14 characters, with the first 12 positions alphanumeric and the last 2 numeric check digits. The change affects XML schemas, CNPJ fields, access keys, validations, barcode standards, DF-e... Read more

Romania's QR code reform is ongoing, with retailers and stakeholders waiting for essential technical details for implementation. QR codes on Fiscal Receipts are legally mandatory, but sanctions for non-compliance are suspended until November 1, 2026. Technical specifications remain unavailable, and no postponement has been announced. Read more

Brazil’s Technical Note 2026.003 v1.00 introduces the Simplified DANFE Type 2, allowing NF-e model 55 to be used in some end-consumer transactions usually covered by NFC-e model 65. The change is visual and operational only; it does not alter the NF-e XML, schemas, or validation rules. It defines the printed layout, QR code formats, consumer identification rules, contingency messages, and formatti... Read more

The DFKA submitted a position statement to the BMF regarding e-invoicing challenges under §146a AO and KassenSichV, highlighting interoperability, data quality, and validation issues. Read more

Brazil’s Technical Note 2025.002 IBS/CBS/IS updates NF-e and NFC-e for Tax Reform, adding new fields and rules for IBS, CBS, and IS. It introduces Group UB, item-level tax classification, Credit/Debit Notes, and rules for SUFRAMA, cashback, advance payments, references, and fuel taxation. For Normal Regime taxpayers, IBS/CBS fields become mandatory on August 3, 2026. ERP, POS, and invoicing system... Read more

Turkey updated the e-Fatura Special Integration Guide, adding TÜRKAK-approved ISO certificate requirements and e-Gider Pusulası codes. The update mainly affects special integrators, with indirect impact on taxpayers using their services. The main 2026 change is the new requirement for special integration applicants to have TÜRKAK-approved ISO certificates. The update also adds codes and label... Read more

The "Hot Summer 5" campaign targets high-risk businesses to ensure proper sales registration, raise awareness, and promote voluntary compliance in combating tax evasion. The Financial Administration has started its summer inspection campaign "Hot Summer 5", continuing efforts under the Action Plan to Combat Tax Evasion. The campaign focuses on proper sales registration and aims to raise awareness... Read more