Global E-Invoice Compliance Q3 2026 Update | Peppol, Mandates & Regulatory Changes

Join Ruth Van Hilt, Global Invoicing Compliance Lead at Tungsten Automation, for an in-depth look at the latest e-invoicing mandate developments, regulatory updates, and compliance strategies for Q3 2026. This on-demand webinar covers critical changes affecting businesses worldwide. What You'll Learn: ✓ Latest e-invoicing mandate announcements for Slovakia, UAE, and New Zealand ✓ Deep-dive into Peppol 5-corner model implementations ✓ France's updated guidance on the "startup phase" (Sept 2026 - Dec 2026) ✓ Key compliance deadlines and phased rollouts by country ✓ How to prepare for multi-country e-invoicing requirements ✓ Penalties, enforcement, and tolerant approach policies ✓ Strategic compliance planning for global businesses ✓ Balancing compliance with automation and efficiency ✓ Real-world implementation challenges and solutions Countries & Mandates Discussed: Slovakia (Jan 1, 2027) ✓ Peppol 5-corner model ✓ Mandatory accreditation for service providers ✓ Single implementation across all taxpayers ✓ Electronic mailbox requirements ✓ Paper invoices no longer allowed UAE (Jan 1, 2027 - Phased) ✓ Larger companies (50M+ AED revenue): January 2027 ✓ Smaller companies: July 2027 ✓ Peppol Pain format (international standard) ✓ Exempt and zero-rated invoices in scope ✓ Single provider for inbound and outbound invoices ✓ Message-level response requirements New Zealand (Jan 1, 2027) ✓ Business-to-government (B2G) obligations ✓ Large suppliers (33M+ NZD revenue) must invoice electronically ✓ Domestic trade invoices only ✓ Potential runway to B2B mandates France (Sept 1, 2026 - Startup Phase) ✓ Recent clarifications (July 2026 DGFiP guidance) ✓ Tolerant, pragmatic enforcement approach ✓ Economic continuity prioritized ✓ Evidence of compliance efforts required ✓ Invoice receiving, sending, and e-reporting requirements ✓ VAT deductibility under degraded formats ✓ Not a grace period or delay - emphasis on continuous progress Key Topics Covered: ✓ Peppol format variations across countries ✓ 5-corner model implementations ✓ Accreditation and service provider requirements ✓ Phased mandate rollouts ✓ Compliance penalties and enforcement strategies ✓ Economic continuity vs. regulatory compliance ✓ Documentation and evidence requirements ✓ Global compliance templates and strategies ✓ Strategic vendor partnerships ✓ Automation opportunities within mandates Why This Matters: E-invoicing mandates are accelerating globally, with countries across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East implementing phased requirements. Businesses trading internationally face variable, complex mandates that require strategic planning and the right technology partner. Key Insights: ✓ 63% of organizations planning to change their e-invoicing approach ✓ Every mandate is different: Peppol compliance in one country ≠ compliance in others ✓ France's startup phase is NOT a grace period, continued progress is mandatory ✓ Compliance and automation are interconnected; choose partners that support both ✓ Global templates and electrified supply chains accelerate mandate implementation Perfect For: ✓ Finance and accounting professionals ✓ Compliance and tax officers ✓ Procurement and supply chain leaders ✓ IT decision-makers ✓ Companies with multi-country operations ✓ E-invoicing platform managers ✓ Business process automation specialists ✓ CFOs planning for regulatory changes Speaker: Ruth Van Hilt — Global Head of Invoicing Compliance, Tungsten Automation Resources Mentioned: ✓ IDC 2025 E-Invoicing Mandate Survey ✓ French DGFiP 29-question guidance document (July 2026) ✓ Country-specific mandate timelines and requirements ✓ Compliance documentation and evidence requirements ✓ Invoice Agility Plus platform capabilities Key Takeaways: ✓ Awareness ≠ Readiness: Know your deadlines and act ASAP ✓ Mandates vary dramatically: one-size-fits-all doesn't work ✓ France's tolerant approach rewards good-faith effort and documentation ✓ Economic continuity is critical but not an excuse to delay compliance ✓ Strategic compliance planning drives competitive advantage through automation ✓ Partner with vendors who understand compliance AND automation Questions Addressed: ✓ How do Peppol mandates differ across countries? ✓ What is the France startup phase and what does it mean for my business? ✓ When do accreditation requirements apply? ✓ How is VAT handled during compliance transitions? ✓ What penalties apply for non-compliance? ✓ How can businesses automate beyond basic compliance? Learn more about our Invoicing solutions: https://www.tungstenautomation.com/products/ap-ar-automation Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tungstenautomation #eInvoicingCompliance #TaxCompliance #InvoiceAutomation