E-Invoicing in Zambia

In Zambia, electronic invoicing has been 2024 with the system "Smart Invoice" introduced to increase tax transparency and combat tax evasion. Companies are required to issue their invoices electronically via the Zambian Revenue Authority (ZRA) provided platform. In addition, the electronic invoices must meet certain technical standards to ensure their authenticity and integrity. The implementation of the Smart Invoice system is an important step in Zambia's efforts to advance the digitization of the tax system. Companies are therefore encouraged to update their systems accordingly in order to meet the legal requirements.

schedule

2024: Mandatory use of electronic invoices for all Zambian taxpayers.

applicability

The e-invoice primarily covers Business-to-Government (B2G) and Business to Business (B2B) transactions.

format

XML-Format.

Electronic signature

An electronic signature is not mandatory. However, there must be a clear Identification codes (Mark ID) and a QR code to be available.

Archiving

E-invoices must be at least 6 years long be archived.

Further information on electronic invoicing in Zambia:

https://www.zra.org.zm/

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GOpus® eInvoice

Our GOpus® eInvoice The solution integrates with SAP ERP and SAP S/4HANA and supports the creation of outgoing e-invoices in all international country formats. This allows you to create and send all your invoice content between different international invoice issuers and recipients directly from your SAP system, and to archive all invoice documents with comprehensive monitoring. Integration with the SAP modules SD, FI, MM, RE/FX, IS-H, IS-U, and SAP Service Billing is possible. Further integrations are available upon request.

More information about GOpus® eInvoice, can be found here ->

Do you have further questions about our solution or would you like to obtain more detailed information about the e-invoicing regulations in Zambia?

We will be happy to personally assist you with any further questions you may have about our solution and the regulations.

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