- The UAE is rolling out mandatory structured e-invoicing under 2025 decisions, with amendments in 2026, as part of its tax digitalisation plan.
- It applies mainly to B2B and B2G transactions, and only machine-readable structured invoices qualify; PDFs, scans, Word files and emails do not.
- The system will use a DCTCE model via Accredited Service Providers, with tax data reported to the Federal Tax Authority using OpenPeppol and UAE PINT AE standards.
- Implementation is phased: pilot started 1 July 2026; large businesses must appoint an ASP by 30 Oct 2026 and comply from 1 Jan 2027; smaller businesses from 1 Jul 2027; government entities from 1 Oct 2027.
- Businesses must upgrade ERP/accounting systems and processes, with the goal of improving compliance, reducing VAT leakage and enabling near real-time tax reporting.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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