S4F backoffice patch is intended for users who have already installed S4F backoffice and are intended to update existing installations to latest version. To do so apply only patches that are marked with version number that is newer than your currently installed instance of backoffice. Please make sure to install all available patches sequentially (without skipping). For each patch it is specified for which countries it is released for and with this information and with information from release notes user should prioritize the installation of the patch if S4F Backoffice is used in specified countries. Even though the patch may be prioritized for specified countries please make sure to install all patches sequentially, including the previous ones (if any) even if they are not related to used countries. This package contains instruction, release notes, changelog and software packages required for deployment of this software component. Read more

Since July 1, 2022, all companies selling packaged goods in Germany must register with the LUCID Packaging Register. This includes various types of packaging, such as retail, grouped, shipment, and more. Failure to register results in a distribution ban and possible fines. Let's delve deeper into this topic. Read more

Germany's Ministry of Finance has unveiled a draft guidance on the introduction of e-invoices. The guidance outlines the implementation of an e-invoicing mandate for all domestic business-to-business (B2B) transactions. The mandate is scheduled for a gradual rollout, with the initial phase kicking off on January 1, 2025. At the heart of this initiative is the requirement for e-invoices to be trans... Read more

The German Ministry of Finance has announced new VAT guidelines for online events, starting in July 2024. Providers must prepare for these changes, which affect the VAT treatment and place of supply for digital services. Let's find out what the major changes are. Key Changes: Pre-Produced Content: Classified as electronically supplied services, these are not eligible for VAT exemptions or redu... Read more

The mandatory implementation of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) in Germany has been deferred to 2026. This extension provides a substantial period for companies in the B2B sector to adapt to the upcoming changes. The initial plan required all companies to switch to e-invoices by 2026. However, recognising the challenges and the need for a smoother transition, the authorities have decided to po... Read more

This document contains an overview of the presence of fiscalization and its types in all European countries. Read more