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Sweden

Dive into the details of Sweden’s e-invoicing regulations and get started with e-invoicing today!

E-invoicing in Sweden

Electronic invoicing is becoming increasingly essential for businesses in Sweden, particularly for those working with the public sector. Since 2019, Sweden has implemented regulations to streamline invoicing processes and improve transparency.

B2G e-invoicing

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Since 2019, all invoices sent to the public sector (government agencies, municipalities, and regions) must be electronic

 

icon-check-00914E (1)The standard format required is Peppol BIS Billing 3.0, which aligns with the EU Directive 2014/55/EU on electronic invoicing



B2B e-invoicing

icon-check-00914E (1) E-invoicing is not mandatory between businesses, but widely adopted due to efficiency, cost savings, and digital transformation trends

 

icon-check-00914E (1)Companies can choose different e-invoicing standards, depending on agreements between business partners

B2C e-invoicing

icon-check-00914E (1)Despite not being mandatory, B2C e-invoicing is becoming more popular due to its convenience and efficiency for both businesses and consumers

 

icon-check-00914E (1)The consumers can receive electronic invoices through their online banking services or digital mail applications 

E-invoicing standards and networks

icon-check-00914E (1)Peppol is a widely used format, and its network usage is on the rise. The operator network remains the primary channel for most invoices, accommodating both Peppol and Svefaktura formats

 

icon-check-00914E (1)Businesses must ensure their e-invoicing solution supports Peppol BIS Billing 3.0 if working with public entities

 

Tax and compliance considerations

icon-check-00914E (1) E-invoices must comply with Swedish VAT laws and record-keeping requirements set by the Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket)

 

icon-check-00914E (1) The archiving period for e-invoices is seven years

Want to know more about the current landscape of e-invoicing in the Sweden?

Drawing from nSight’s research, our report offers an insightful look at the adoption of e-invoicing in Sweden. The report explores the current adoption of e-invoicing among SMEs and identifying opportunities for software providers

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