The UAE eInvoicing programme moves from voluntary adoption and pilot activity into phased mandatory implementation.
Current dates
- Revenue of AED 50 million or more: appoint an ASP by 30 October 2026 and implement by 1 January 2027.
- Revenue below AED 50 million: appoint an ASP by 31 March 2027 and implement by 1 July 2027.
- Government entities: appoint an ASP by 31 March 2027 and implement by 1 October 2027.
What changed
Ministerial Decision No. 66 of 2026 amended the Phase 1 provider appointment date. The implementation date remains 1 January 2027.
What to do now
Confirm revenue classification, establish programme governance, map entities and invoice systems, begin ASP due diligence and identify data gaps early.
