Electronic invoice in Sweden
Comprehensive guide to electronic invoicing in Sweden – B2G mandate since April 2019 with Peppol BIS 3.0 as recommended standard
Under Swedish law, all suppliers to the public sector must send electronic invoices in EN 16931 format. The Agency for Digital Government (DIGG) oversees implementation and recommends using Peppol BIS 3.0. No mandate exists for B2B or B2C, but structured invoicing is promoted for efficiency.
Key Milestones
Apr 2019
B2G Mandate
E-invoicing becomes mandatory for public procurement suppliers in Sweden.
2020–23
DIGG Peppol Recommendation
DIGG recommends Peppol BIS 3.0 as the standard for structured invoicing.
Current
2024–25: Private Sector Uptake
Increased B2B and private-sector uptake of structured invoicing across Sweden.
Key Legislation
Swedish E-Invoicing Act – Mandates electronic invoicing for all public sector suppliers using EN 16931 format since April 2019.
DIGG (Agency for Digital Government) – Oversees implementation and recommends Peppol BIS 3.0 as the preferred standard.
B2G (Business-to-Government)
Mandatory since 2019
All public contracts require electronic invoicing in EN 16931 format.
B2B (Business-to-Business)
Voluntary
Increasingly common among private businesses for efficiency and automation.
B2C (Business-to-Consumer)
Optional
E-invoicing commonly used by banks and telcos for consumer billing.
Decentralized Model
Sweden uses a decentralized model with no national exchange platform. Peppol BIS 3.0 is the recommended format, supported by most government entities. Compliance is ensured via certified service providers.
Submission via Invoice Portal
Invoice Portal – Fast Peppol Onboarding
Our platform enables fast Peppol onboarding for Swedish suppliers and supports UBL/Peppol BIS formats. We ensure validation and delivery to public buyers in full compliance with DIGG’s standards. Private companies also benefit from automation and secure invoice exchange.
Supported Formats
Peppol BIS 3.0
EN 16931 compliant
UBL 2.1 XML
EN 16931 compliant
UBL 2.1 XML
Is e-invoicing mandatory in Sweden?
Yes, for all public sector suppliers since April 2019. All public procurement contracts require electronic invoicing.
Do I need Peppol?
It is recommended and widely supported. DIGG recommends Peppol BIS 3.0 as the standard format for e-invoicing.
Can SMEs send invoices through a free tool?
Yes, government portals are available for smaller suppliers without integrated systems.
What format is required?
EN 16931 / Peppol BIS 3.0 is the required and recommended format for Swedish e-invoicing.
DIGG – Mandatory E‑Invoicing in the Public Sector
Official guidance on e-invoicing requirements for Swedish public procurement
DIGG – E‑Invoicing Act and Regulations
Legal framework and exemptions for e-invoicing in Sweden
European Commission – eInvoicing in Sweden
Overview of mandates, standards and operating model
Summary
Sweden requires structured e-invoices for all public procurement contracts using EN 16931 standards. Peppol BIS is the preferred format, and businesses can comply through certified access points or public portals. Although B2B use is voluntary, adoption is expanding. Invoice Portal ensures fast Peppol integration and full compliance for public and private invoicing.
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