Efakturering

Efakturering is an electronic invoice system used in several European countries, primarily in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. The term is derived from the Norwegian word "efaktura," meaning "electronic invoice." This system aims to streamline the invoicing process and make it more efficient for both businesses and government agencies.

In an efakturering system, invoices are generated and sent electronically to the recipient, typically a government agency or a large corporation. This digital invoicing process eliminates the need for physical paper invoices and reduces the risk of errors, loss, or damage. Efakturering systems are often web-based and accessible via a secure online platform.

The benefits of efakturering include cost savings, reduced administrative burden, and faster payment processing times. Businesses and government agencies can also easily track and manage invoice status, reducing the likelihood of delays or disputes. Additionally, efakturering systems often provide detailed reporting and analytics, enabling businesses to monitor their financial performance and identify areas for improvement.

Implementing efakturering requires compliance with specific regulations and standards, such as those set by the EU's e-Invoicing Directive. This directive outlines minimum requirements for electronic invoicing, including the need for a unique identifier and a digital timestamp. In Norway, efakturering is a mandatory requirement for all government-invoice transactions, with the goal of achieving 100% digitalization of invoices by 2025. Efforts to extend efakturering to other industries and sectors are ongoing in various countries.