UAE E-Invoicing Compliance Checklist

Run the compliance readiness assessment

Answer a few questions to confirm your compliance phase, exact MoF deadlines, and get a matched ASP shortlist for your ERP.

Confirm your transaction types

UAE e-invoicing currently applies to B2B and B2G transactions. B2C-only businesses are out of scope. Verify which transaction types your business performs.

Document your ERP and invoicing setup

Record your ERP system name and version, approximate monthly invoice volume, and who manages your IT/finance integration — you will need this when evaluating ASPs.

Add ASP appointment deadline to your calendar

You must appoint a MoF Pre-Approved ASP by 30 October 2026 (Phase 1) or 31 March 2027 (Phase 2). Add this date to your project calendar and set a 90-day early-warning reminder.

Add full compliance deadline to your calendar

Full e-invoicing compliance is required by 1 January 2027 (Phase 1) or 1 July 2027 (Phase 2). This is the date by which all B2B and B2G invoices must flow through your ASP in PINT AE format.

Brief finance, IT, and procurement leadership

Ensure the right internal stakeholders are aware of the deadlines and their roles. Late discovery at senior level is the most common cause of missed appointment deadlines.

Browse the MoF Pre-Approved ASP directory

All 37 accredited providers are listed and filterable by ERP system, integration channel, and phase eligibility.

Compare at least 3 providers side-by-side

Use the registry's Compare feature to view ERP support, integration channels, phase eligibility, and strengths in a single table.

Request demos or written proposals from shortlisted ASPs

Contact each shortlisted ASP directly. Ask specifically about their PINT AE implementation timeline, SLA terms, and pricing for your invoice volume.

Verify current MoF accreditation before signing

Confirm the ASP's accreditation is active on the official MoF list at mof.gov.ae — accreditations can be revoked or expire.

Sign the ASP contract

Execute the service agreement with your chosen ASP before the appointment deadline of 30 October 2026 (Phase 1) or 31 March 2027 (Phase 2). Retain a signed copy for your compliance records.

Agree a go-live date and integration schedule

Set a firm go-live date with your ASP that gives enough lead time for integration, testing, and staff training before the compliance deadline.

Map your invoice fields to the PINT AE format

Every field in your current invoice must be mapped to the correct PINT AE Business Term. Use the PINT AE data dictionary to identify mandatory vs optional fields.

Complete ERP-to-ASP integration or connector setup

Install and configure your ASP's ERP connector, API integration, or SFTP channel. Follow your ASP's onboarding guide and track against the agreed schedule.

Run and pass end-to-end test invoice transmissions

Transmit test invoices through the full chain: ERP → ASP → Peppol network → buyer system. Confirm receipt acknowledgements arrive correctly.

Train finance and IT teams

Ensure team members who issue invoices and manage the ERP integration understand the new workflow, how to handle errors, and who to contact for support.

Transmit your first live e-invoice

Process a real B2B or B2G invoice through your ASP. Confirm the PINT AE envelope is accepted and the buyer receives it via the Peppol network.

Set up ongoing transmission monitoring

Establish a process to monitor daily transmission acknowledgements, handle rejections promptly, and escalate persistent errors to your ASP.

Achieve full compliance by 1 January 2027 (Phase 1) or 1 July 2027 (Phase 2)

All B2B and B2G invoices must be transmitted through your ASP in PINT AE format from this date onwards. Mark this milestone in your compliance records.