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Bahrain National Bureau for Revenue’s Plan for Implementing E-Invoicing
Bahrain does not yet have any mandatory e-invoicing rules but plans to introduce them soon, in line with other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. The National Bureau for Revenue (NBR), Bahrain, has invited public comments via the Bahrain Tender Board on the proposed legal framework for introducing e-invoicing in Bahrain. The NBR is expected to create a central platform for processing e-invoices and defining the specific rules. There are no clear timelines in place yet for the implementation of e-invoicing or the model to be followed in Bahrain.
What Does it Mean for Organizations
Once the e-invoicing rules come into effect, organizations in Bahrain will have to update their invoicing processes to ensure compliance. This means overhauling existing manual processes and moving to a robust electronic billing system (a technology platform) that can automate and manage the end-to-end invoicing process.
Key Objectives
Assist businesses by fostering a level playing field and minimizing compliance obstacles
Enhance the development and monitoring of economic policies by generating more detailed economic data
Tackle tax leakages with minimal disruption to economic activities, thereby contributing to Bahrain’s fiscal balance program
Scope of e-Invoicing
While there are no clear guidelines yet on e-invoicing in Bahrain, the rules are expected to apply to:
Businesses that are VAT registered
Third parties issuing tax invoices on behalf of other taxable entities
Count on SunTec e-Invoicing
Seamless Integration: A platform and network agnostic product that effortlessly integrates with any e-invoicing platform through any interoperable network
System Compatibility: Multiple integration options allow seamless connectivity with your existing systems for transaction and data flow, making it system agnostic
Open Architecture: Featuring a flexible, open software architecture that supports APIs, facilitating easy integration with Enterprise Content Management (ECM) and Document Management Systems (DMS)
Customizable Invoice Templates: Generate configurable template-based invoices and credit notes in PDF format, secured with password encryption and automatically emailed to customers
Fully Compliant: Adheres to e-invoicing and Continuous Transaction Control regulations across various countries, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving regulatory standards
Automated Registration: Streamlined automated process for e-invoicing application registration with regulatory authority systems or portals, ensuring swift compliance
Proactive Regulatory Support: Stay ahead of regulatory changes with continuous updates, insights into business impacts, and guidance on how to manage these shifts effectively
Comprehensive Reporting: Access out-of-the-box reports and interactive dashboards for real-time analysis, with a powerful Generic Extract tool for custom data extraction