Ireland’s adoption of electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) aligns with the European Union’s Directive 2014/55/EU, mandating public sector entities to receive and process e-invoices compliant with the European Standard EN 16931. Central government bodies achieved compliance by April 18, 2019, followed by sub-central authorities by April 18, 2020. While it’s mandatory for public entities to accept e-invoices, suppliers are not currently obligated to send them.
The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) oversees e-invoicing and serves as Ireland’s Peppol Authority. Peppol is the preferred network for secure, standardized invoice exchange, ensuring compliance with EU norms.
As Ireland continues to advance its digital invoicing capabilities, businesses engaging with public sector clients should familiarize themselves with the established frameworks and standards. Understanding the regulatory landscape is crucial for ensuring compliance and leveraging the benefits of streamlined, electronic transactions.
Important dates
January, 2018
Ireland became a member of OpenPeppol, establishing the Office of Government Procurement (OGP) as the national Peppol Authority.
July 1, 2030
Under the EU's VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) initiative, mandatory e-invoicing and real-time reporting for cross-border transactions are expected to be implemented by this date.
Legislation
- B2G invoicing
Public sector bodies must accept e-invoices compliant with EN 16931, but suppliers are not yet obliged to issue them.
- Peppol membership
Ireland joined OpenPeppol in 2018, enabling cross-border interoperability of e-invoices across the EU.
- VAT compliance
E-invoicing must comply with the VAT Directive and local Irish VAT rules regarding content and storage.
- National Implementation Plan
Ireland’s plan for e-invoicing implementation includes central and local authority deadlines and system adaptations.
Accepted formats
Peppol BIS 3.0
Delivery channels
The Peppol network is the official channel for e-invoice exchange with public administrations in Ireland.
Regulating authority
The Office of Government Procurement (OGP) oversees e-invoicing policy and Peppol network administration.
Effortless Peppol connectivity
Send and receive compliant e-invoices through the Peppol network without manual configurations or technical barriers.
Adapted to Irish regulations
Our platform aligns with Ireland’s e-invoicing standards and VAT rules, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Multi-format support
Automatically convert invoices into the required EN 16931 format or Peppol BIS, with no need for external tools.
Seamless integration
Integrate easily with your ERP or accounting software to streamline invoice generation and submission.
Certifications
B2Brouter is certified with the ISO 27001 standard on information security management, certified as a Peppol Access Point Service Provider and a member of the EESPA.
