Norway is one of the most advanced countries in Europe when it comes to digital public services. Since 2019, all public sector entities are required to receive e-invoices in the national EHF format. This standard is aligned with Peppol BIS Billing 3.0 and the European Norm EN 16931, ensuring full interoperability across borders. The move toward mandatory e-invoicing was designed to reduce administrative costs, increase transparency, and improve efficiency in both the public and private sectors.
Unlike other countries, Norway does not provide a central government platform where suppliers can log in and issue B2G invoices. Instead, suppliers must use a system that is Peppol-compatible to send invoices to public entities. This ensures a decentralized and interoperable environment. B2Brouter, for example, is a certified Peppol Access Point that enables companies to create and send compliant e-invoices to Norwegian recipients. It also supports international invoicing, both into and out of Norway, across other Peppol-connected countries.
This page provides a full overview of Norway’s e-invoicing landscape. In the following sections, you’ll find all the key information you need to start issuing electronic invoices in Norway: important dates, legal requirements, technical formats, and how certified service providers like Peppol Access Points make compliance easier.
Important dates
May 2025
Expected consultation period on extending mandatory e-invoicing to B2B transactions (not yet legally binding).
Q1 2026
Expected update on national B2B e-invoicing, linked to the EU’s ViDA proposal (pending confirmation).
Legislation
- B2G invoicing status
Since 2019, e-invoicing is mandatory for all suppliers to public sector entities in Norway.
- Accepted formats:
Norway requires the EHF format, based on Peppol BIS Billing 3.0 and aligned with EN 16931.
- Delivery channels
E-invoices must be sent via the Peppol network using a certified Access Point provider.
- Regulating authority
The Norwegian Digitalisation Agency is responsible for managing the EHF standard.
- Archiving requirements:
Invoices must be securely stored for at least five years in a structured and readable format.
Invoice language
Norwegian or English is generally accepted, depending on the recipient’s preferences.
Voluntary B2B use
Future B2B e-invoicing may become mandatory under EU ViDA recommendations.
Cross-border invoicing
The Peppol network allows both domestic and international e-invoicing with full interoperability.
Send e-invoices to Norway securely with B2Brouter
Certified Peppol Access Point
B2Brouter is certified to send and receive e-invoices via Peppol in Norway, fully compliant with EHF format and local regulations.
Seamless ERP integration:
Connect your accounting or ERP system easily to B2Brouter to automate invoice creation and delivery without changing your tools.
International invoicing support
Issue invoices to both Norwegian and international recipients using a single, compliant platform.
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.
