- The UAE Ministry of Finance released e-invoicing guidelines on February 23, 2026, detailing the operational and technical framework for businesses and government entities as they prepare for the phased implementation of e-invoicing starting July 1, 2026, including a 24-month grace period for intra-VAT group transactions.
- Key provisions include the allowance for data storage outside the UAE, the requirement for suppliers to issue both traditional and electronic invoices during the transition, and specific rules for nonresident suppliers and self-billing arrangements, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations.
- The guidelines emphasize the importance of early readiness assessments for businesses to identify e-invoicing requirements, gaps, and necessary remediation steps, marking a significant step towards a fully digital invoicing ecosystem in the UAE.
Source EY
- See also
- Join the Linkedin Group on Global E-Invoicing/E-Reporting/SAF-T Developments, click HERE
- Join the LinkedIn Group on ”VAT in the Digital Age” (VIDA), click HERE
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