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Benin is in the early stages of adopting e-invoicing as part of its tax and financial digitalization initiatives. The government is working towards an electronic invoicing system to enhance tax collection, reduce fraud, and streamline financial operations.
Although e-invoicing is not yet mandatory for all businesses, the country is gradually moving towards a structured system that will require electronic invoices for VAT-related transactions.
Regulatory authority
The Directorate General of Taxes (DGI) manages e-invoicing regulations in Benin.
E-invoicing requirements
E-invoicing is currently being introduced for large businesses, with plans to expand to all VAT-registered entities.
Accepted invoice formats
Invoices are expected to follow XML-based standards compatible with international e-invoicing frameworks.
Transmission channels
Invoices will be transmitted through a government-approved e-invoicing system once fully implemented.
Digital signatures
Digital signatures may be required in future regulations for authenticity and fraud prevention.
Archiving requirements
Invoices must be stored for five years in compliance with Beninese tax laws.
How B2B e-invoicing works in Benin
Businesses using e-invoicing generate invoices digitally and submit them through the tax authority’s platform for validation.
How B2G e-invoicing works in Benin
Government suppliers that transition to e-invoicing must submit invoices electronically for validation before payments are processed.
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