B2b E-invoicing Mandate: Being Considered In Belgium Вђ“ With Peppol?

Belgium is implementing a mandatory framework starting January 1, 2026 . This mandate requires all taxable persons established in Belgium to issue and receive structured electronic invoices for domestic transactions, with the Peppol network serving as the default standard for exchange. Mandate Overview

: Update internal accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR) workflows to handle structured XML data instead of PDFs.

: Invoices must be in a structured XML format (specifically UBL 2.1 ), which is the standard used by Peppol. Scope and Compliance

: By using Peppol, Belgium ensures its system aligns with international standards, facilitating cross-border trade within the EU.

: Verify if current ERP or accounting software is "Peppol-ready."