New Zealand to mandate Peppol e-invoicing for government agencies starting 2026
New Zealand is set to roll out mandatory e-invoicing for government agencies from January 1, 2026. This move, part of the Government Procurement Rules, mandates that agencies with high invoice volumes must be able to both send and receive e-invoices through the Peppol network.
Key mandate details:
- January 1, 2026: Government agencies with high invoice volumes (e.g., > 2,000 invoices annually) must send and receive Peppol e-invoices.
- The government aims to make e-invoicing the default method for public sector procurement by ensuring agencies are fully compliant by the deadline.
Impact on suppliers:
For suppliers, this means adopting Peppol-compatible invoicing systems to engage in government contracts. This B2G e-invoicing requirement will increase efficiency and speed up payment cycles, with agencies expected to process valid invoices within 5 business days.
What businesses need to know:
Businesses supplying to New Zealand government agencies must prepare to implement Peppol-compliant invoicing to meet the 2026 deadline.
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