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COUNTRY E-INVOICING GUIDE

E-invoicing in Singapore

Singapore pioneered Peppol-based e-invoicing in ASEAN through its InvoiceNow network. While mandatory only for B2G suppliers today, wider B2B mandates will begin in May 2025 and fully rollout by April 2026 for GST-registered companies.

Overall mandate status
Mandatory
Tax authority
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS); technical network governed by IMDA.
Last updated
29 Jul 2025Taken from government sites
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Requirements at a glance

B2G
Mandatory
B2B
Mandatory
B2C
Not confirmed
MODELNot confirmed
PLATFORM & FORMATInvoiceNow via accredited providers (Peppol APs). · PEPPOL BIS 3.0 XML.
ARCHIVING5 years retention; digital storage acceptable if legible and verifiable

Country overview

Singapore pioneered Peppol-based e-invoicing in ASEAN through its InvoiceNow network. While mandatory only for B2G suppliers today, wider B2B mandates will begin in May 2025 and fully rollout by April 2026 for GST-registered companies.

Legal basis

Legislation
Based on IMDA’s Peppol adoption and IRAS guidance; deadlines published via InvoiceNow rollout schedule.
Authority
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS); technical network governed by IMDA.

Requirements by transaction type

Requirement statusMandatory
Invoice format
PEPPOL BIS 3.0 XML.
Submission or exchange
InvoiceNow via accredited providers (Peppol APs).
Scope, model and deadlines
Real-time data submission to IRAS, integrity ensured via e-signature or audit trail.
Not yet available: Transmission path, Real-time authority visibility, Credit notes and corrections

Key dates and implementation phases

Only dates from the country data are shown. Each milestone is labelled Confirmed, Proposed, or Pending confirmation.

No verified dates are available for Singapore yet.

Technical requirements

PEPPOL BIS 3.0 XML.

Latest updates for Singapore

All updates

9 of 9 updates

  1. B2G

    Advanced Ordering and Order Balance Enhance Invoice Automation in InvoiceNow

    Singapore enhances InvoiceNow with Advanced Ordering and SG BIS Order Balance, enabling automated purchase order management, invoicing, and transaction reconciliation.

  2. B2G

    Singapore Implements Invoice Response for B2G E-Invoices

    Singapore introduces Invoice Response for B2G e-invoices, allowing suppliers to receive real-time invoice status updates via InvoiceNow and reducing manual tracking.

  3. PINT SG Implementation Update Aligned with Singapore’s National E-Invoicing Program

    Singapore updates PINT SG implementation timelines and Peppol specifications to align with the GST InvoiceNow Requirement and the national e-invoicing framework.

  4. B2BB2G

    Singapore Introduces Phased CTC E-Invoicing Obligation from November 1, 2025

    Singapore introduces the GST InvoiceNow Requirement, mandating phased B2B e-invoicing via Peppol CTC from November 2025 for GST-registered businesses.

  5. Singapore Publishes Updated PINT-SG Specifications and Implementation Timeline

    Singapore releases updated PINT-SG specifications and confirms timelines for migrating from SG BIS 3.0 to PINT, with mandatory adoption starting in 2025.

  6. B2G

    Singapore Government Begins Sending E-Invoices via the Peppol Network

    Singapore government agencies begin sending e-invoices via Peppol InvoiceNow, enabling businesses to automate inbound invoicing and reduce processing costs.

  7. Singapore Announces Adoption of Peppol CTC to Strengthen GST Administration

    Singapore confirms adoption of the Peppol CTC framework to enhance GST administration, with InvoiceNow set to expand as the default e-invoicing channel for government vendors.

  8. Singapore Enhances Procurement Efficiency Through Peppol Updates

    Singapore expands Peppol e-documents with electronic orders and invoice responses, helping businesses improve procurement efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline workflows.

  9. B2BB2G

    Singapore Moves Toward Nationwide E-Invoicing

    Singapore explores nationwide B2B e-invoicing as IMDA evaluates global standards, with Peppol emerging as a likely framework to improve efficiency and interoperability.

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