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Today, however, their efforts are often hindered by a perfect storm of internal and external pressures: outdated and rigid legacy systems that increase costs; persistent process inefficiencies that hamper productivity; and an accelerating wave of global electronic invoicing (eInvoicing) mandates that introduce significant compliance risk. This report provides a strategic guide for turning these combined challenges into a powerful catalyst for modernization and long-term value creation.
As a company delivering outbound invoices to over 150 nations worldwide, Billtrust stays on the forefront of global invoicing trends. We witness these continuous changes, and our goal is to educate financial leaders on evolving requirements. In addition to this report, we publish quarterly compliance updates. Plus, we maintain an interactive global compliance map, where you can stay informed of changing mandates across the globe.
This report is intended for informational purposes only. Regulations are always evolving. The validation of the current status for each country is recommended to ensure readers are aware of the latest updates. Information provided herein does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal or other professional advice.
eInvoicing mandates are not merely an IT upgrade or a back-office process change. They’re a worldwide movement as more countries enact new rules requiring digital invoices and real-time tax reports. Regulatory adoption is accelerating globally, representing a fundamental change in how international business is conducted. For any company operating across borders, eInvoicing regulations present a significant compliance risk but also a powerful opportunity to spur digital transformation:
Companies are increasingly overwhelmed by a growing volume of invoices. Globally, an estimated 560 billion invoices were exchanged in 2024, a figure projected to increase by a further 46% over the next three years.
As every new country joins the eInvoicing movement, the scope of risk widens. Meanwhile, each country has its own rules and deadlines. Simply keeping up can be daunting – much less orchestrating global compliance. Stiff fines are imposed for every invoice that is non-compliant. In some jurisdictions — penalties can revoke your ability to trade.
Forward-leaning finance leaders are using this moment to make strategic changes in their accounts receivable operations. Rather than viewing eInvoicing mandates as a compliance burden, they see them as a catalyst for modernization and long-term value creation.
For businesses, the critical question is no longer if they should adopt eInvoicing, but rather how and how expeditiously they must adapt.
This report is designed for finance leaders needing a clear view of the global eInvoicing mandates in 2025 and beyond. It outlines the regulatory forces driving companies to adopt eInvoicing practices, a strategic plan for compliance from Deloitte, and a breakdown of the risk versus reward of invoice digital transformation.
Digital invoices have proliferated everyday business practices, and regulatory adoption has reached critical mass globally. As a result, eInvoicing is no longer avoidable. Diverse national and regional regulations have reached every continent. It’s only a matter of time before every nation introduces new legislation or joins existing regulatory models. Learn why Europe and Latin America are leading the world in compliance strategy. See how global standards could soon arise, and why North America is the new trend to watch.
Recent momentum has created a perfect storm where several major mandates and their statutory timelines will simultaneously converge between 2025 and 2030. Waiting until deadlines are imminent will lead to rushed implementations, inflated costs, and a higher risk of non-compliance. Explore the three forces triggering urgent change and the two control techniques behind most regulations.
Compliance challenges are rooted in variations in technical standards, models, and timelines across the globe. With requirements expanding rapidly, finance leaders must move away from a patchwork of local solutions and beware of the compliance risks within their legacy ERP systems. Embracing a global compliance strategy that doesn’t ignore artificial intelligence is the key to success. Deloitte’s Senior Tax Technology Consultant offers a structured approach for success.
