The UAE Ministry of Finance has granted businesses more time to appoint an Accredited Service Provider for the country's eInvoicing system, pushing the deadline from 31 July to 30 October 2026.
The extension applies to companies with annual revenues exceeding AED 50 million and comes through an amendment to Ministerial Decision No. 244 of 2025. The Ministry cited a comprehensive market readiness assessment and direct feedback from the business sector, which flagged the need for broader technical options and more competitive pricing.
To date, 32 service providers have received accreditation, with additional providers in the final stages of approval. The Ministry said the expanded provider pool will help build a more competitive and integrated technical ecosystem for businesses navigating the transition.
Alongside the deadline extension, the Ministry introduced amendments to Ministerial Decision No. 64 of 2025, allowing national companies to partner with international service providers. The move is designed to accelerate knowledge transfer, strengthen local capabilities, and ensure services meet UAE-specific requirements — all in support of the country's broader digital transformation agenda.
Despite the extended onboarding window, the mandatory implementation deadline remains firm. All entities subject to the eInvoicing system must be fully operational by 1 January 2027.
The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining regulatory clarity throughout the rollout, stating that a stable and transparent framework is essential to ensuring a smooth transition and improving tax compliance efficiency across the UAE.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
