Pilot Phase of Mandatory Electronic Invoicing Devices in the Democratic Republic of Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is launching the pilot phase for its standardized invoice initiative. This initiative, which includes electronic invoices and devices for transmitting tax data, aims to enhance compliance and efficiency in the country's fiscal system.
E-Invoicing in Congo
On September 5, 2024, the Congolese Ministry of Finance announced the commencement of the pilot phase for the mandatory e-invoicing and fiscalization device initiative. Since September 15, selected taxpayers have been participating in this pilot program based on specific criteria established by the Congolese Tax Authority.
In preparation for the pilot, training sessions were held from September 2 to 4, focusing on large and medium-sized taxpayers. These sessions aimed to familiarize participants with two key components of the initiative:
- e-UF (Electronic Invoicing Units): These fiscalized devices enable taxpayers without software-based invoicing capabilities to issue invoices while complying with tax regulations.
- e-MCF (Billing Control Modules): Designed for companies that already have e-invoicing capabilities, these modules facilitate better integration for issuing electronic invoices that meet tax requirements.
The criteria for selecting participants in the pilot phase are expected to encompass organizations identified by the Directorate of Large Enterprises and the Tax Centre for Medium-Sized Enterprises. This deliberate strategy is designed to rigorously evaluate the functionalities of the e-invoicing system and its effects on tax compliance within the Democratic Republic of Congo, ensuring a thorough assessment of the initiative's effectiveness.
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