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Albania has implemented e-invoicing regulations as part of its digital tax system, aiming to improve compliance and reduce tax fraud. The system requires businesses to report invoices in real time through the country’s centralized tax platform.
Regulatory authority
The General Directorate of Taxes (DPT) oversees e-invoicing compliance and the mandatory invoice reporting system.
E-invoicing requirements
Since January 1, 2021, all public sector entities must accept electronic invoices. Suppliers issuing invoices to public administrations are required to comply with this mandate. For private sector transactions, e-invoicing became mandatory for all businesses on July 1, 2021.
Accepted invoice formats
Albania mandates invoices to be issued in Fiskalizimi XML format, ensuring compatibility with the government’s tax reporting system.
Transmission channels
Invoices must be submitted through the SelfCare Portal managed by the tax authority or via certified fiscalization software. Businesses can integrate their ERP systems with this platform for automated compliance.
Digital signatures
Digital signatures are mandatory for e-invoicing, ensuring security and authenticity.
Archiving requirements
Electronic invoices must be stored for five years in compliance with Albania’s financial regulations. Businesses must ensure that invoices remain accessible and unaltered during the retention period.
How B2B e-invoicing works in Albania
Businesses generate invoices in Fiskalizimi XML format and submit them to the General Directorate of Taxes in real time. The system validates and approves invoices instantly. Once validated, businesses must securely archive the invoice for at least five years.
How B2G e-invoicing works in Albania
Invoices issued to public administrations follow the same real-time validation and submission process. Once received and validated, invoices must be archived for at least five years.
