What are the main technical specifications for e-invoicing in the UAE?
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The UAE e-invoicing framework is based on OpenPeppol and uses PINT-AE as the UAE-specific invoice specification.
Electronic invoices are issued, transmitted, and received in XML format. PINT-AE defines how business information is represented in electronic invoices and electronic credit notes while maintaining interoperability with the wider Peppol framework.
The technical architecture also includes participant identifiers, message-level status information, Tax Data Documents, validation rules, service-provider requirements, and secure electronic exchange.
The UAE's Accredited Service Providers must themselves satisfy significant technical and security requirements. The Ministry's accreditation process includes OpenPeppol certification and conformance testing, information-security requirements, encryption, business continuity, and other controls.
Key points
- OpenPeppol is the underlying interoperability framework.
- PINT-AE is the UAE's local invoice specification.
- Electronic invoices use XML.
- The architecture includes ASP-to-ASP exchange.
- Tax Data Documents are reported to the FTA.
- ASPs must meet technical, security, and Peppol requirements.
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