UAE Sets Accreditation Criteria for E-Invoicing Service Providers

On the path to launching its national e-invoicing system, the UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. 64 of 2025, defining the eligibility criteria and accreditation process for service providers wishing to participate in the ecosystem.

Clear Requirements for Accreditation

The Decision outlines a structured approach for companies seeking accreditation as e-invoicing service providers. Applicants must meet a number of mandatory conditions, including:

• Valid company registration – including a trade license, proof of paid-up capital, and a valid Power of Attorney for authorized representatives.

• Peppol certification – applicants must provide an OpenPeppol PKI certificate, a signed service provider agreement, and verifiable proof of e-invoicing implementation experience.

• Insurance coverage – providers must comply with defined mandatory insurance requirements.

• Tax compliance – including proof of meeting all tax registration obligations in the UAE.

• Support and maintenance guarantees – evidence of the capability to provide continuous support and updates.

• Free annual service commitment – accredited providers must commit to offering 100 e-invoice exchanges and reports per year free of charge.

Accreditation Validity and Oversight

Once granted, the accreditation status is valid for two years and will be subject to ongoing evaluation by the relevant authorities to ensure continued compliance.

This framework ensures that only technically capable and compliant entities will be able to operate as certified service providers within the UAE’s e-invoicing system — a critical component of the country’s wider digital transformation strategy.

Full Document

The full text of Ministerial Decision No. 64 of 2025 is available here:
-  Download the official PDF