United Arab Emirates · AED · VAT 5%
United Arab Emirates Invoice Generator
Pick United Arab Emirates and the invoice sets itself up: VAT 5%, AED amounts, your TRN and IBAN / SEPA transfer with a scannable QR code details. Download a PDF in seconds, with no account and no watermark.
What an invoice in United Arab Emirates must include
- The words “Tax Invoice”
- Supplier’s name, address and TRN
- Recipient’s name, address and TRN (if registered)
- Sequential invoice number, date of issue and date of supply
- Description, quantity, unit price, tax rate and VAT payable in AED
Rules worth knowing
- VAT registration is mandatory above AED 375,000 of taxable supplies a year.
- If you invoice in another currency, the VAT amount must also be shown in AED.
- E-invoicing becomes mandatory from 1 January 2027 for businesses with revenue of AED 50 million or more, and from 1 July 2027 for all other businesses.
VAT setups built in
| Setup | Printed on the invoice |
|---|---|
| VAT 5% | VAT 5% |
| Not VAT-registered | No tax |
Tax authority: Federal Tax Authority. Last checked 2026-09. Sources: FTA — VAT. Spotted something out of date? Email us and we’ll fix it.
This page is a practical summary, not tax advice. Check with FTA or an accountant if you’re unsure.
United Arab Emirates invoices — FAQ
Is this United Arab Emirates invoice generator really free?
Yes. There is no sign-up, no watermark and no limit. Invoices are created in your browser, and your details are saved on your own device, not on our servers.
What VAT should I put on an invoice in United Arab Emirates?
The tool offers these setups: VAT 5%; Not VAT-registered. Pick the one that fits and adjust any rate. You can also add extra lines, including withholding that is subtracted from the total. Rates last checked 2026-09.
What must an invoice include in United Arab Emirates?
The words “Tax Invoice”; Supplier’s name, address and TRN; Recipient’s name, address and TRN (if registered); Sequential invoice number, date of issue and date of supply; Description, quantity, unit price, tax rate and VAT payable in AED.
Can I invoice in USD, EUR or GBP from United Arab Emirates?
Yes. The default is United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED), but you can pick any currency in the Document section. Amounts and dates are formatted the way your client expects. Remember that the tax amount must also be shown in the local currency when you invoice in another one.
How can clients pay me?
Add IBAN / SEPA transfer with a scannable QR code, plus an optional online payment link (PayPal, Stripe, Wise) that prints as a QR code.
Is a PDF invoice valid in United Arab Emirates?
E-invoicing becomes mandatory from 1 January 2027 for businesses with revenue of AED 50 million or more, and from 1 July 2027 for all other businesses.