Spain's New Electronic Invoicing Law: What Businesses Need to Know

Spain Mandates Electronic Invoicing: Businesses Face 2026 Deadline Spain is set to implement mandatory electronic invoicing for all businesses starting in 2026. This significant change, detailed in a recent video by lawyer Xavi Abat (@xavi_abat on TikTok), will require companies to submit all billing data to tax authorities in real-time. The new regulations, published in the BOE (Spanish State Gazette), aim to improve tax collection and combat fraud. "Hacienda (the Spanish tax agency) will have you more controlled than your ex," Abat states in his video, emphasizing the increased scrutiny businesses can expect. The law comes into effect in January 2026 for companies and July 2026 for the self-employed. To comply with the Verifactu regulations, businesses will need compliant software. Abat promotes Billin, a free software available through the Kit Digital program until October 2025. He highlights the software's ease of use and legal compliance as key benefits. The transition to electronic invoicing represents a major shift for Spanish businesses, but with resources like Billin, the process can be simplified. The initiative aims to modernize Spain's tax system and create a more efficient and transparent business environment.