How do I register my business for e-invoicing in the UAE?

Businesses that are required to implement UAE e-invoicing need to appoint an Accredited Service Provider (ASP) and complete the required onboarding process.

The Ministry of Finance maintains a list of pre-approved e-invoicing service providers. Businesses can evaluate providers based on factors such as ERP and accounting integrations, implementation requirements, security, technical capabilities, support, and pricing.

The UAE's e-invoicing model allows businesses to use the FTA's EmaraTax system to select their preferred Accredited Service Provider. After entering into a commercial agreement with the selected provider, the business can proceed with onboarding and integration.

Complyance is included in the UAE Ministry of Finance's pre-approved e-invoicing service provider list. Businesses can consider Complyance as part of their preparation and assess how its e-invoicing platform can integrate with their existing ERP, accounting, or invoicing environment.

Registration should not be viewed as simply selecting a provider. Businesses also need to prepare invoice data, identify integration requirements, configure their systems, and test the complete invoice flow before the mandatory implementation date.

Key points

• Businesses need to appoint a UAE Accredited Service Provider.
• Provider selection can be completed through the applicable FTA/EmaraTax process.
• Complyance is a pre-approved UAE e-invoicing service provider.
• Businesses should assess ERP integration, security, support, and technical capabilities.
• Data mapping and testing should be completed before going live.