What it means
The invoice contains a VAT accounting currency code (BT-6), the currency used for VAT when it differs from the invoice currency. The rule has no condition: it raises the warning whenever this field is used.
Why it matters
Nothing is rejected. The warning tells you that the Dutch rule set advises against this field, so you cannot count on the recipient using it.
How to fix it
It is worth fixing only if you want a file without warnings or the buyer asks for it. In your invoicing software, remove the VAT currency setting, or turn off the option that adds it to the export. If you invoice in a foreign currency and state the VAT amount in euros, check with your accountant before removing it.
The rule as published
The use of a tax currency code (cbc:TaxCurrencyCode) is not recommended Where this rule applies
| Rule set | Version |
|---|---|
| SI-UBL 2.0 / NLCIUS (invoice) | 2.0.3.13 |
| SI-UBL 2.0 / NLCIUS (credit note) | 2.0.3.13 |
| NLCIUS (CII) | 1.0.3.13 |
Check your file
Drop your e-invoice to see whether BR-NL-19 still fails, and which other rules do.
Related rules
- BR-NL-20 The VAT point date is not recommended and is ignored
- BR-NL-21 The VAT point date code is not recommended and is ignored
- BR-NL-22 The note subject code is not recommended in CII invoices
- BR-NL-23 The business process identifier is not recommended in CII
- BR-NL-24 The date of the preceding invoice is not recommended
- BR-NL-25 Dutch sellers should give a VAT number, not another tax number