UAE E-Invoicing Is Coming: Key Deadlines Every Business Must Know
The UAE Ministry of Finance is rolling out a mandatory national e-invoicing system, and the first deadline is only weeks away.
Under the new rules, businesses must issue and receive invoices electronically, in a set structured format. Paper and PDF invoices will no longer be enough. This applies to business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) transactions, whether or not your company is VAT-registered. Sales to individual consumers (B2C) are currently excluded.
Every business must appoint an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) approved by the Ministry of Finance. The ASP validates your invoices, sends them to your customers, and reports them to the Federal Tax Authority.
Key deadlines
- Revenue of AED 50 million or more: appoint an ASP by 30 October 2026, go live by 1 January 2027
- Revenue below AED 50 million: appoint an ASP by 31 March 2027, go live by 1 July 2027
- Government entities: appoint an ASP by 31 March 2027, go live by 1 October 2027
Penalties for non-compliance
- AED 5,000 for each month of delay in implementing the system or appointing an ASP
- AED 100 for each invoice or credit note not issued on time, up to AED 5,000 per month
How KBM can help
Our team can assess your readiness, review your accounting and ERP setup, help you choose an ASP, and prepare your records for a smooth transition.
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