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UAE E-Invoicing Accredited Service Provider (ASP) Deadline Extended To 30 October 2026
The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced targeted amendments to the UAE E-invoicing framework, including an extension of the deadline for appointing an Accredited Service Provider (ASP).
What Has Changed?
Entities subject to the UAE e-invoicing system with annual revenues exceeding AED 50 million will now have until 30 October 2026 to appoint an Accredited Service Provider (ASP), extending the previous deadline of 31 July 2026.
Reason for the Extension
According to the Ministry of Finance, the extension was introduced following,
- An Assessment of market readiness
- Feedback from businesses requesting broader technical options
- The Need to encourage more competitive pricing within the ASP ecosystem
Approved Accredited Service Provider (ASP)
The ministry announced that 32 service providers have been accredited so far, with a large number of service providers in the final stages of the accreditation process, stressing that this step will contribute to building a more integrated and competitive technology system.
Empowering Local Businesses
To support and empower local businesses, the Ministry amended Ministerial Resolution No. (64) of 2025, allowing service providers to offer technical solutions through partnerships with third-party providers. This enables local companies to collaborate with international providers, enhance technical expertise, and deliver solutions that meet UAE requirements, further accelerating the country’s digital transformation.
Key Important Clarification
- While the ASP appointment deadline has been extended, the mandatory implementation timeline remains unchanged.
- Businesses with annual revenues exceeding AED 50 million must still fully implement the E-Invoicing system by 1st January 2027
Key Takeaway
The extension provides businesses with additional time to evaluate and select suitable Accredited Service Providers while ensuring adequate preparation for compliance ahead of the mandatory go-live deadline on 1 January 2027.
Below is the link to the official announcement issued by the Ministry of Finance.
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