ESTONIA
E-INVOICING
Latest Update february 3rd, 2025
On this page you will learn more on e-invoicing in Estonia
Delve into the compliance standards, unravel the e-invoicing framework and infrastructure.
Note: the Country Profile below is focused on the current eInvoicing and eReporting obligations.
Status: 🟢 Live
Covered by DT: 🟢 Yes
Scope
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- B2G eInvoicing
- B2B eInvoicing subject to customer acceptance (starting from July 2025)
Adoption timeline
- March 2017: Public entities must be able to receive and process e-invoices
- July 2019: All suppliers of the public sector are obliged to send e-invoices to PAs
- July 2025: All businesses registered in the Commercial Register as e-invoice recipients will be able to request electronic invoices for purchases from both private and public suppliers
Model
n/a
Suppliers must send e-Invoices directly to the PA that has contracted the service and can choose between different private e-Invoicing providers
Estonian MoF agreed that businesses can use e-Financials system free from charge to send e-invoices
Format
- XML (national standard EVS 923:2014/AC:2017)
- UBL 2.1
- UN/CEFACT CII
Archiving
The eInvoices archiving period is 7 years
External references:
- Ministry of Finance [link]
FAQ
When is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:08+02:00
Electronic invoicing has become mandatory in an increasing number of countries worldwide. This trend is motivated by the need to increase tax transparency, reduce tax evasion, and improve the efficiency of business operations. Additionally, electronic invoicing serves as a driver of innovation for businesses locally, promoting digitization and automation of administrative processes. Digital Technologies, with its advanced platform, stays updated on these regulatory developments, ensuring that your company remains compliant with the laws in force in every part of the world.
Visit our Electronic Invoicing Radar to stay updated on international regulations and news regarding e-Invoicing and e-Reporting.
In which countries is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:16+02:00
Electronic invoicing is mandatory in many countries, but regulations can vary significantly from one state to another. Many countries have implemented stringent regulations, each with specific requirements regarding models, formats, and transmission requirements. This fragmentation makes managing electronic invoices complex for companies operating internationally. The Digital Technologies platform is designed to be globally compliant, supporting your company in managing electronic invoices in any country where you operate, ensuring maximum compliance at all times.
To learn about the specific regulations of each country, visit our Electronic Invoicing Radar.
How does electronic invoicing work?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:09:24+02:00
Electronic invoicing involves the generation, sending, receiving, and storing of invoices in digital format, according to specific technical and regulatory standards, which vary from country to country. The Digital Technologies platform simplifies this process, automating the creation and sending of compliant invoices, reducing errors, and improving the operational efficiency of your company. With Digital Technologies, you can entrust the entire process to a single provider who handles invoice transmission in compliance with current regulations, thereby eliminating complexity and administrative burden.
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When is electronic invoicing mandatory?DT-Brainfarm2024-06-12T10:06:43+02:00
Electronic invoicing has become mandatory in an increasing number of countries worldwide. This trend is motivated by the need to increase tax transparency, reduce tax evasion, and improve the efficiency of business operations. Additionally, electronic invoicing serves as a driver of innovation for businesses locally, promoting digitization and automation of administrative processes. Digital Technologies, with its advanced platform, stays updated on these regulatory developments, ensuring that your company remains compliant with the laws in force in every part of the world.
Visit our Electronic Invoicing Radar to stay updated on international regulations and news regarding e-Invoicing and e-Reporting.
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