The mandate: What’s the big deal?
The New Zealand government is updating its procurement rules to expand the use of eInvoicing across a wider range of public agencies, and has set a target for agencies to pay eInvoices in 5 days, in a view to boost efficiency and support businesses. Starting January 2026, about 135 government agencies, including major ones like ACC, Waka Kotahi (NZ Transport Agency), Health NZ and NZ Police, will need to be able to receive eInvoices and pay 95% of domestic trade eInvoices within 5 business days. Agencies who send over 2,000 invoices per annum will also be required to send them as eInvoices. The Government will also begin consulting with businesses on requiring certain government suppliers to send eInvoices as part of the Government Procurement Rules, with the outcomes to be reported back to Cabinet in February 2025.How eInvoicing gives you a competitive edge
Let’s dive into the real benefits. Sure, compliance is the baseline, but the businesses that treat eInvoicing as more than just a “must-do” will see real rewards.a) Save time and money
Manually chasing invoices is time consuming, not to mention prone to errors. With eInvoicing, you can automate the whole process, which means:- less admin, fewer mistakes
- faster payments hitting your account particularly critical for SMEs
- lower costs to process each invoice.
b) Build better relationships
Imagine being the supplier government agencies know they can count on. You’re not just another vendor—you’re a preferred partner. eInvoicing makes you reliable and easy to work with by:- ensuring your invoices are accurate and sent on time
- cutting out disputes over missing or wrong information
- creating trust with your customers and suppliers.
c) Use data to work smarter, not harder
Every eInvoice generates a goldmine of data. You can use this to:- spot trends in cash flow or late payments
- better understand your financial health
- negotiate better deals with suppliers based on insights into your spending patterns.
e) Future-proof your business
This Government eInvoicing mandate isn’t the last. Governments and industries are moving fast toward automation, real-time reporting, and other digital requirements. By adopting eInvoicing now, you’re not just solving today’s problem—you’re setting yourself up to adapt easily to whatever comes next. Think of it as building a foundation. Once you’ve got the systems and processes in place, handling future changes will be so much easier.How to get started
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