Digitization of invoicing processes is gaining momentum in both Bavaria and Romania. Both regions are taking important steps to make electronic invoicing more efficient and allow companies to better comply with legal obligations. Below you can read about the most important changes per country.
DE Bavaria: OZG-RE platform officially adoptedOn Jan. 7, 2025, the Bavarian State Ministry of Digital Affairs announced the introduction of OZG-RE, a shared platform for electronic invoice exchange. This marks a further step in Germany's digitization efforts, making billing processes more efficient for companies and government agencies.
What is OZG-RE?
OZG-RE allows invoices in the XRechnung format to be sent through various channels, including manual upload, e-mail and Peppol. With this adoption, Bavaria joins national e-invoicing practices, streamlining transactions with government agencies.
What does this mean for businesses?
Companies working with the Bavarian government benefit from:
- Easier compliance with e-invoicing regulations
- Reduced administrative burden
- Faster and more transparent processing of invoices
When will it become mandatory?
Although an exact date has not yet been set, the obligation to use OZG-RE is expected in the first half of 2025. Companies are advised to prepare in good time.
Action point for companies
Do you work with public institutions in Bavaria? Then now is the time to review your invoicing processes and already switch to OZG-RE.
🇷🇴 Romania: Mandatory B2C e-invoicing reporting as of 2025
Romania is introducing a reporting requirement for B2C e-invoicing as of January 1, 2025. To support companies with this change, new services have been implemented in the test environment. These services allow companies to submit reports for B2C transactions, while maintaining optimal processing times for B2B and B2G invoices.
New upload channel from March 2025
Starting in March 2025, a dedicated upload URL will become mandatory for submitting B2C invoices. Software vendors must incorporate this update into their systems to comply with the regulations. The Romanian tax authorities have already published the necessary technical documentation.
Access to technical documentation
Companies and software vendors can access the detailed guidelines issued by the Romanian Ministry of Finance. This documentation is crucial to ensure a smooth transition to the new reporting requirements.
Key points for businesses
- B2C e-invoicing reporting will become mandatory by Jan. 1, 2025
- A new upload channel will become mandatory in March 2025
- Software vendors must update their systems
- Technical documentation is available through the Ministry of Finance
Action point for businesses
Do you work with consumers in Romania? If so, it is essential to start testing the new services now so that you meet the reporting requirements before the deadlines kick in.
With these developments, e-invoicing will become further standardized and more efficient in both Bavaria and Romania. Companies operating in these regions would do well to adapt their invoicing processes in a timely manner. 🚀
