When does the 5-working-day clock start?

The day after the invoice issue date, counting only working days (excluding weekends and public holidays).

Does the deadline apply to B2C invoices too?

Yes. In 2026 the SPV submission obligation also covers invoices to individuals (B2C), with the same 5-working-day deadline.

What happens if I submit the invoice late?

You risk tiered fines based on company size, and a late-submitted invoice doesn't produce full fiscal effects. Automatic submission removes this risk.

Can I submit automatically right at issue time?

Yes. Azuvio generates the CIUS-RO XML, validates it and submits it to SPV immediately after the invoice is issued, then tracks the status returned by ANAF.

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e-Factura submission deadline 2026: the 5 working days, explained

In 2026, invoices issued to B2B and B2C customers must be submitted to Romania's National e-Invoicing System (SPV) within 5 working days of the issue date. The deadline is firm and late submissions are penalized.

This guide explains when the clock starts, how to count the 5 working days, the fines you risk and how to remove the risk entirely with automatic submission from Azuvio.

What you need to know about the deadline

What changed for the submission deadline in 2026
The 5-working-day deadline from the invoice issue date now applies to all invoices in scope, including B2C. There is no grace period: an invoice not uploaded in time is treated as not submitted.
How to count the 5 working days correctly
The clock starts the day after the issue date and counts only working days (excluding weekends and public holidays). The issue date, not the delivery date, starts the count. An invoice issued on Friday is due by the following Friday.
The penalties for late submission
Missing or late submission is penalized with tiered fines based on taxpayer size. On top of that, an invoice not submitted to SPV doesn't produce full fiscal effects and can block your partner's deduction.
How to automate submission and remove the risk
Instead of manually uploading XML files, Azuvio generates, validates and submits each invoice to SPV automatically right after it's issued, then tracks the status (accepted/rejected). The 5-day deadline becomes irrelevant — submission is instant.

Bottom line

The 5 working days are only enough with a controlled process. The safest way to never miss the deadline is automatic submission at issue time, with SPV status monitoring.

Last updated: 2026-07-07

Frequently asked

When does the 5-working-day clock start?: The day after the invoice issue date, counting only working days (excluding weekends and public holidays).
Does the deadline apply to B2C invoices too?: Yes. In 2026 the SPV submission obligation also covers invoices to individuals (B2C), with the same 5-working-day deadline.
What happens if I submit the invoice late?: You risk tiered fines based on company size, and a late-submitted invoice doesn't produce full fiscal effects. Automatic submission removes this risk.
Can I submit automatically right at issue time?: Yes. Azuvio generates the CIUS-RO XML, validates it and submits it to SPV immediately after the invoice is issued, then tracks the status returned by ANAF.