Greece will gradually enforce mandatory B2B e‑invoicing, starting 2 February 2026 for high‑revenue firms and 1 October 2026 for all other entities. The new rules cover all B2B transactions, sales to non‑EU entities (excluding retail) and public‑sector contracts, requiring use of the IAPR’s Timologio platform. Businesses should prepare early to comply with the new invoicing framework.
From 2 February 2026 for entities with revenues exceeding €1 million in fiscal year 2023.
From 1 October 2026.
All B2B transactions, sales to non‑EU entities (excluding retail) and transactions related to public contracts or public‑sector expenditures.
The IAPR’s Timologio application.
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RTC Suite · 24 days ago
Greek authorities have postponed the mandatory B2B e‑invoicing go‑live to 2 March 2026, with a two‑month soft‑launch ending in early May. The first wave targets resident large businesses (turnover €1 million+) and covers domestic B2B supplies and exports outside the EU, while EU B2B remains optional. Penalties for non‑compliance include VAT‑based fines and fixed €500/€1,000 penalties, and businesses must submit a commencement declaration to AADE before issuing e‑invoices.
VatCalc · 26 days ago
Greek tax authority AADE has postponed the mandatory B2B e‑invoicing launch to 2 March 2026, with a two‑month soft launch ending 2 May 2026 for large resident businesses. All other resident taxpayers must adopt the system from 1 October 2026, and a new penalty regime and early‑adopter incentives have been announced.
KPMG · 2 months ago
Greece's parliament has passed a bill mandating electronic invoicing for business-to-business transactions, with incentives available for entities that adopt e-invoicing early. The requirement applies to domestic B2B transactions, exports to non-EU destinations, and public contracts.
VatCalc · about 4 hours ago
EU member states are pushing for a €2 customs handling fee on low‑value parcels (below €150) to take effect on 1 July 2026, ahead of the planned 1 November 2026 date. An interim €3 customs levy will also apply from 1 July 2026 until March 2028, while the €150 duty threshold is slated for removal under the 2028 customs reform. The fee could be reduced to €0.50 for importers registered with the Trust and Check Trader scheme.
VATabout · about 23 hours ago
Hungary’s National Tax and Customs Office has released the ViDA implementation document outlining mandatory e‑invoicing and real‑time VAT reporting. The reform requires all taxable persons to exchange invoices in the EN 16931 format, prohibits email distribution, and introduces an AOR reporting obligation within five days. The five‑corner model will be used for transmission, with service providers optional.
Bloomberg Tax · 2 days ago
The Norwegian Tax Administration issued Binding Advance Ruling No. 1/2026 on March 11, clarifying VAT invoicing timing rules for construction projects. The ruling addresses whether the contract sum can be invoiced to the developer upon delivery of the building and whether VAT can be deferred until that time. It applies to group companies and their parent and developer entities.
