MoF Introduces Amendments to VAT and Tax Laws for eInvoicing Implementation

• Ministry of Finance (MoF) has issued Federal Decree-Law No. 17 of 2024 amending tax procedures and Federal Decree-Law No. 16 of 2024 amending Value Added Tax (VAT) provisions
• Updates are aimed at implementing the eInvoicing system to enhance digital innovation and efficiency of the national economy
• eInvoicing system will simplify, standardize, and automate invoicing processes for businesses and government entities
• UAE eInvoicing implementation is based on a decentralised model allowing exchange of invoices via Accredited Service Providers (ASPs)
• System is designed in line with international best practices, adopting the OpenPeppol standard
• Federal Decree-Law No. 17 introduces definition for eInvoicing system and grants Minister of Finance authority to implement it
• Federal Decree-Law No. 16 expands definitions of tax invoice and tax credit note to include electronic invoices
• VAT refunds will be based on eInvoicing compliance requirements
• Businesses subject to eInvoicing system will be required to issue electronic invoices and credit notes
• Ministry of Finance is committed to ensuring smooth implementation of eInvoicing system through phased strategy and stakeholder engagement.

Source: sharjah24.ae

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