E-invoicing for Logistics and shipping

How the mandate affects this sector specifically

One shipment's invoice is often split across several parties (carrier, customs broker, warehouse), so the invoice volume per transaction is relatively high, mostly B2B and cross-border. Some ASPs (such as New Age Software) are built specifically for freight and clearance.

The recommended practical step

When choosing an ASP, ask specifically about cross-border invoicing and integration with shipping systems. Check the provider directory and filter by category.

Deadlines (the same nationwide)

Pilot and voluntary (optional)

2026-07-01

Appoint a provider — large businesses (revenue of AED 50 million or more)

2026-10-30

Mandatory — large businesses

2027-01-01

Appoint a provider — all other businesses and government entities

2027-03-31

Mandatory — all other tax-registered businesses

2027-07-01

Mandatory — government entities

2027-10-01

Scope

B2B and B2G only — B2C currently excluded (Ministerial Decision 243/2025)