UAE E-Invoicing Compliance
Techbot configures your Odoo ERP for PINT AE compliance and connects it to an FTA-accredited ASP for invoice transmission. One partner. Both sides covered.
AED 50M+ ANNUAL REVENUE
1 July 2026
Pilot programme begins. Voluntary participation open to all businesses
30 October 2026
Deadline to appoint an FTA-accredited ASP
1 January 2027
Mandatory e-invoicing compliance begins
BELOW AED 50M ANNUAL REVENUE (SMEs)
31 March 2027
Deadline to appoint an FTA-accredited ASP
1 July 2027
Mandatory e-invoicing compliance begins
Please
Start preparing now. The implementation window is shorter than it looks
THE COMPLIANCE CHALLENGE
Two things your business needs to get right
UAE e-invoicing compliance has two distinct requirements. Most businesses have no clear owner for either.
PROBLEM 1: ERP SIDE
Your system must generate valid PINT AE invoices
The UAE mandates a specific XML format called PINT AE, built on the UBL standard. Every B2B and B2G invoice must be structured in this format. PDFs no longer qualify. Your ERP is responsible for generating this output correctly, including TRN numbers, VAT treatment, and all required fields.
PROBLEM 2: TRANSMISSION SIDE
Those invoices must travel through an FTA-accredited ASP
Even a perfectly formatted invoice cannot enter the FTA network directly. It must be submitted through an Accredited Service Provider, a regulated transmission layer that connects your business to the Peppol network. The FTA vets and limits the number of accredited ASPs for this reason.
Techbot handles both. We implement the Odoo side and coordinate your onboarding with an FTA-accredited ASP partner, so everything is in place before your deadline.
HOW WE WORK
End-to-end from one team
Techbot is your Odoo implementation partner. For the transmission layer, we work alongside an FTA-accredited ASP. Both requirements are handled in a single coordinated engagement.
Odoo ERP Configuration
We audit your existing Odoo setup, identify gaps against the PINT AE standard, map all required fields, and configure your invoicing module to generate compliant XML output. This covers the complete data and format layer.
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FTA-Accredited ASP Onboarding
We audit your existing Odoo setup, identify gaps against the PINT AE standard, map all required fields, and configure your invoicing module to generate compliant XML output. This covers the complete data and format layer.
ASP ONBOARDING VIA TECHBOT
Sandbox Testing and Validation
Before going live, we test the full chain: Odoo generates a PINT AE invoice, it passes through the ASP, and transmission to the FTA validates end-to-end. No surprises on day one.
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Go-Live Support
We stay on through go-live to resolve any issues as real transactions begin flowing. Post go-live monitoring support is available for clients who want continued coverage.
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ENGAGEMENT SCOPE
What the engagement covers
A structured implementation from audit to live invoices, with no handoffs between providers.
01
Odoo Audit and Gap Assessment
We review your current invoicing setup against PINT AE requirements and identify what needs to change before implementation begins.
02
PINT AE Field Mapping
Every required XML field is mapped to your Odoo data structure, including TRN numbers, VAT treatment, line item codes, and buyer/seller identifiers.
03
XML Output Configuration
Odoo is configured to generate valid PINT AE UBL XML invoices on issuance. Customised setups and non-standard fields are handled within scope.
04
ASP Onboarding Coordination
We manage the onboarding process with our FTA-accredited ASP partner so your transmission account is set up and tested in parallel with the ERP work.
05
End-to-End Sandbox Testing
The full invoice cycle is tested in the FTA sandbox environment before any live invoices are transmitted. Issues are resolved before go-live.
06
Go-Live and Post Go-Live Support
Dedicated support through the go-live window. Optional post go-live monitoring available for businesses that want ongoing coverage.
MANDATE TIMELINE
Key dates to know
The UAE e-invoicing rollout follows a phased schedule. The window to implement is open now.
Federal Decree-Law Issued
The UAE published the legal basis for the e-invoicing mandate, establishing the requirement for structured XML invoices transmitted via FTA-accredited ASPs.
Ministerial Decisions 243 and 244 Published
Detailed implementation rules released, including scope, deadlines, the PINT AE technical standard, and the penalty framework under Cabinet Decision No. 106 of 2025.
FTA Technical Guidance Released
Full technical specifications, field requirements, and API documentation published. Implementation requirements are now finalised.
Implementation Window Open
Businesses are in the preparation phase. This is the time to complete your ERP configuration and appoint an ASP ahead of your applicable deadline.
Act nowPilot Programme Begins
Voluntary participation opens to all businesses. Selected large companies begin using the national e-invoicing system. A head start for those who move early.
VoluntaryASP Appointment Deadline (AED 50M+ Revenue)
Businesses with AED 50M+ annual revenue must formally appoint an FTA-accredited ASP. This is an administrative requirement, separate from full technical compliance going live in January.
AED 50M+ revenueMandatory Compliance Begins: Large Businesses
All in-scope businesses with AED 50M+ revenue must be transmitting compliant PINT AE invoices through their ASP. The FTA has indicated a soft enforcement window through June 2027 for good-faith errors, with strict enforcement from July 2027.
AED 50M+ revenueASP Appointment Deadline (SMEs)
Businesses below AED 50M annual revenue must appoint an FTA-accredited ASP. SMEs are encouraged to begin preparation well before this date. The implementation window is shorter than it looks.
Below AED 50M revenueMandatory Compliance Begins: SMEs
All remaining in-scope businesses must be fully compliant. B2C transactions remain excluded until further notice from the FTA.
Below AED 50M revenueCOMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
Questions we hear often from businesses beginning to plan for compliance.
Is my business in scope for the UAE e-invoicing mandate?
The mandate applies to businesses conducting B2B and B2G transactions in the UAE, regardless of VAT registration status, unless specifically excluded. The first phase covers businesses with annual revenues of AED 50 million or more, with the obligation to appoint an ASP by 30 October 2026 and begin compliant transmission from 1 January 2027. Businesses below AED 50M must appoint an ASP by 31 March 2027 and go live by 1 July 2027. B2C-only businesses are excluded until further notice.
What is an ASP and do i need one?
An Accredited Service Provider is a company accredited by the FTA to connect businesses to the UAE’s Peppol network for invoice transmission. You cannot submit compliant e-invoices directly to the FTA without going through one. Every in-scope business needs an ASP. Techbot is partnered with an FTA-accredited ASP, so clients get ERP implementation and ASP onboarding managed together.
Dowes Odoo support PINT AE e-invoicing out of the box?
Odoo holds the data required for PINT AE compliance, but generating validated PINT AE XML output and connecting to an ASP requires configuration and integration work. The extent of that work depends on your current Odoo setup, how customised your invoicing module is, and whether any non-standard fields are in use. A brief audit is the fastest way to get a clear picture of what needs to be done for your specific environment.
What happens if i miss the compliance deadline?
The FTA has the authority to impose penalties on businesses that fail to comply with the mandate by the relevant deadline. The specific penalty structure is defined under the UAE’s tax administration framework. Beyond financial penalties, non-compliant businesses may face operational disruption as their B2B counterparts move to systems that only accept compliant invoice formats. Starting implementation early removes time pressure and reduces the risk of a rushed, error-prone go-live.
How long does implementaion take?
For a standard ERP setup with no heavy customisation, implementation typically runs from a few weeks to under two months, including audit, configuration, ASP onboarding, and sandbox testing. Customised environments or businesses with complex invoicing workflows take longer. An initial readiness assessment gives you a realistic timeline based on your specific setup.
We do not have an ERP system ye. Can you still help?
Yes. Techbot implements Odoo ERP as well as e-invoicing compliance. If you are starting without a system, we can scope a combined ERP implementation and compliance engagement so you go live on both in one project.
WHAT THE MANDATE CHANGEDTHE COMPLIANCE CHALLENGE
The invoice rules have changed
For context on what the mandate actually requires, here is what changed for B2B invoicing in the UAE.
Before
PDF or paper invoice
NOW REQUIRED
Structured PINT AE XML invoice
Before
Send directly to buyer
NOW REQUIRED
Transmit via FTA-accredited ASP through Peppol
Before
No appointment needed
NOW REQUIRED
Formal ASP appointment before October 2026 deadline
Ready to get compliant?
A readiness assessment tells you exactly where your Odoo setup stands against PINT AE requirements and what needs to be done before your deadline. No obligation.
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