The digitisation of accounting and invoicing processes is now taking a major step forward. The government has presented a bill that introduces mandatory e-invoicing and digital bookkeeping in the business sector. The aim is clear: less manual work, fewer errors – and a simpler working day for Norwegian businesses.

But what does this mean in practice? And what should you, as a business leader, do now?

What is the government proposing?

According to the Ministry of Finance’s Prop. 44 L (2025–2026), amendments to the Accounting Act are proposed, involving the following key points:

  • From 1 January 2027: All businesses subject to accounting requirements must send e-invoices to other businesses subject to accounting requirements (B2B).
  • From 1 January 2030: Businesses must use digital accounting systems capable of automatically receiving and processing e-invoices.

This represents an acceleration of previous plans, justified by the fact that digital maturity in Norwegian business is already high.

Why is the e-invoice requirement being introduced?

The government highlights several key socio-economic and business benefits:

  • Socio-economic benefits of approximately NOK 10 billion over 20 years
  • Less manual work and lower administrative costs
  • Fewer errors in invoicing and bookkeeping
  • Better traceability and control – and thus a significant contribution to the fight against financial crime

Part of the government’s simplification strategy

The requirements for e-invoicing and digital bookkeeping form part of the government’s broader simplification strategy for the business sector. The strategy aims to ensure that:

  • Businesses only have to submit the same information once, even if several agencies require it
  • Reporting must be digital and automated, directly from the business’s specialist systems
  • Unnecessary manual work and double entry should be eliminated

This is confirmed both in the government’s press releases and in Stico’s Quick Info for the accounting sector.

What does your business need to do now?

Although the bill is still to be debated in the Storting, there is good reason to start preparing now.

We recommend the following:

  1. Review your current invoicing and accounting proceduresDo you currently use e-invoicing – and in what format?
  2. Ensure the right system supportYour accounting system must support EHF/Peppol and automated processing.
  3. Think holistic digitalisationE-invoicing is most effective when combined with digital document management, bank integration and continuously updated accounts.

Economy Regnskap helps you reach your goals with confidence

At Economy Regnskap, we’re already working with fully digital solutions for our clients. We can help you with:

  • the transition to e-invoicing (EHF)
  • choosing and setting up the right accounting system
  • efficient and secure digital bookkeeping
  • fixed-price agreements – with no surprises

👉 Our experience: Businesses that embrace digitalisation early on save time, money and frustration.

Please feel free to contact us for a no-obligation chat about how your business can prepare for the new requirements.