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AUSTRIA

E-INVOICING

Latest update august 8th, 2024

On this page you will learn more on e-invoicing in Austria

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

B2G eInvoicing mandatory for all businesses that supply goods and/or services to the Austrian Public Authorities

Adoption timeline

  • January 2014: mandatory e-invoicing for  B2G transactions with central PAs
  • April 2019:  all Austrian public entities must be able to receive and process e-invoices following the European standard (EN-16931), transposing the Directive 2014/55/EU

Model

  • CENTRALIZED MODEL via central Federal Service Portal Unternehmensserviceportal (USP)
  • INTEROPERABILITY MODEL via PEPPOL infrastructure and network

Format

XML format:

  • ebInterface (national standard)
  • Peppol Bis (international standard)

Archiving

It is mandatory to store the invoice for 7 years

External references:

  • Federal Service Portal (USP) – [link]

FAQ

When is electronic invoicing mandatory?2024-06-12T10:09:08+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?2024-06-12T10:09:16+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?2024-06-12T10:09:24+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?2024-06-12T10:06:43+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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