UAE Extends E-Invoicing ASP Deadline to 30 October 2026

The UAE Ministry of Finance has amended the ministerial decisions governing the national eInvoicing system, granting businesses additional time to appoint an Accredited Service Provider (ASP). The deadline has been moved from 31 July 2026 to 30 October 2026.

The change is introduced through an amendment to Ministerial Decision No. 244 of 2025 and applies to businesses subject to the eInvoicing system with annual revenues exceeding AED 50 million.

The Ministry confirmed the extension follows a comprehensive assessment of market readiness and feedback from the business sector, particularly regarding the need for broader technical options and more competitive pricing. To date, 32 service providers have already been accredited, with further providers in the final stages of approval.

Despite the deadline extension, the mandatory full implementation date remains unchanged — all eligible entities must have the eInvoicing system fully operational by 1 January 2027.

ASPs are certified intermediaries responsible for processing and validating electronic invoices in line with UAE technical and legal standards. Their appointment is a mandatory step for all companies falling under the eInvoicing mandate.

Source: Ministry of Finance UAE — Ministerial Decision No. 244 of 2025