OpenPeppol has released PINT AE v1.0.1, the UAE-specific specification for electronic invoicing, with technical refinements and alignment expected by early 2026. This marks a significant milestone in UAE's digital tax transformation.
UAE Launches PINT AE v1.0.1 as Official E-Invoicing Standard Ahead of Mandate
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The most recent iteration of the UAE-specific Peppol specification for electronic invoicing, PINT AE v1.0.1, has been made available by OpenPeppol. The update adds important technical improvements, such as updated syntax bindings, updated code lists, and improved validation rules, and it is applicable to both billing and self-billing scenarios.
The UAE VAT framework's requirements, including the mandatory use of the AED currency and transaction classifications encompassing reverse charge, free zone operations, and e-commerce activities, are reflected in these modifications.
The Peppol five-corner model will be used to exchange invoices under PINT AE v1.0.1, and Accredited Service Providers will be in charge of document transmission and validation.
Full alignment between the specification and the general Peppol International (PINT) standard is anticipated by early 2026, despite the fact that it is not yet complete.
The publication marks a significant turning point in the UAE's continuous transition to digital taxes. It establishes the foundation for the nation's mandated e-invoicing system, which is set to go into effect for both B2B and B2G transactions in July 2026.
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