E-invoicing in UAE
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Last updated at
September 11, 2025
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Book NowStarting July 2026, e-invoicing will be mandatory in the UAE. Real estate companies issuing invoices to other businesses or government departments must switch to the new model set by the Federal Tax Authority. The move enforces structured digital invoices and real-time reporting through the Peppol network.
Paper and PDF formats won’t be valid for B2B and B2G transactions. Invoices need to follow the PINT-AE standard in XML format. This change affects rent billing, service charge notices, vendor payments, and more.
Real estate firms should begin adapting their systems now. Early preparation reduces risk and prevents last-minute complications.
Structured e-invoicing is now required across the UAE’s real estate sector for B2B and B2G transactions. Companies issuing or receiving tax invoices must switch to the digital format to stay compliant.
This applies to:
You don't need to be VAT-registered to come under the UAE’s e-invoicing rules. If you send invoices to registered entities, you're expected to comply.
Even real estate businesses that only deal with individual buyers (B2C) must still connect to the FTA system. Suppliers using Peppol will continue sending purchase documents through it, and missing that connection can cause breaks in workflow.
Real estate companies handle significant invoice volumes each month across varied properties and billing cycles. Charges often involve tenants, owners, contractors or vendors, adding complexity to the process. Every invoice must meet formatting requirements, maintain accuracy and align with regulations to avoid delays or disputes. A single property can generate dozens of invoices within one cycle, and large portfolios can push the total into the thousands. Mistakes in structure, tax data or required information risk non-compliance with FTA rules.
Common invoicing flows in this sector include:
Monthly rent billing for residential or commercial tenants
Periodic service charges shared among multiple owners or tenants
One-time invoices for project-based work from contractors or vendors
Advance or deposit billing for new developments or lease agreements
Adjustment invoices for rent changes, maintenance costs or corrections to earlier bills
Flick Network supports real estate companies in the UAE by automating the e-invoicing process as required by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). The platform handles invoice generation, field validation, and Peppol-based submission in a single system.
Real estate companies often use ERP or accounting platforms to manage billing. Flick connects to these platforms using API or export feeds. It pulls invoice data, converts it to XML, validates required fields, and submits directly to the FTA through Peppol.
There is no need to switch systems or enter the same data twice. The process remains within the company’s existing software stack.
Real estate firms in the UAE commonly use ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Tally, and QuickBooks to manage accounting, billing, and reporting. Flick provides seamless API integration with all these ERPs, enabling automatic invoice generation, field validation, and submission on the FTA system. This ensures every invoice remains compliant, accurate, and efficiently processed while preserving existing workflows.
Generating XML manually is time-consuming, especially when dealing with large invoice volumes. Flick automates this step along with field validation and transmission.
Benefits:
Real estate businesses in the UAE will face a few key challenges on the shift to e-invoicing. A major issue will be the integration of new invoicing software with an existing ERP or accounting system which can slow the adoption process. Teams will need training on how to generate, validate, and exchange invoices on the FTA and Peppol network with full accuracy. Another challenge will be handling supplier and customer invoices of different formats which can make compliance and record-keeping difficult.
flick network provides a single platform with ready integrations and automated validation. Every invoice will meet FTA rules while data flows securely on the system. Businesses will avoid penalties and errors, reduce manual work, and maintain steady cash flow with accurate records. Operations will stay smooth as teams focus on rent collection, property management, and other core tasks instead of correcting invoicing issues.
Real estate companies in the UAE use ERP and accounting platforms to manage rent billing, property expenses, vendor payments and financial reporting. Each system handles large volumes of data across multiple properties, owners and tenants. flick network integrates with these ERPs through APIs. It will convert invoices into the FTA-approved XML format, validate all fields and submit them on the Peppol network in real time.
SAP Business One
SAP Business One is an ERP of choice for real estate developers and property management firms. It has modules for accounting, sales and operations. Flick Network will integrate on SAP to automate invoice generation, field validation and submission to the FTA. This reduces errors and ensures full compliance.
Oracle NetSuite
Oracle NetSuite is a cloud ERP for large portfolios. Real estate companies use it for billing, vendor payments and reporting. Flick Network will connect on NetSuite to create PINT AE XML invoices, validate details and deliver them directly to the FTA and buyers.
Microsoft Dynamics 365
Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a platform of ERP and CRM functions that fit leasing agencies and property managers. Flick Network will automate invoice creation on Dynamics, validate all required fields and submit securely through Peppol. This keeps contracts and tenant records accurate and compliant.
Odoo
Odoo is a modular ERP of choice for mid sized real estate firms. Companies use it to manage rent billing and property operations. Flick Network will integrate on Odoo to generate XML invoices, validate entries and transmit directly to the FTA without disruption of workflows.
Tally Solutions
Tally is an ERP of choice for small and medium real estate firms. It provides accounting and reporting features. Flick Network will pull invoice data on Tally and submit it in FTA compliant XML format. This prevents penalties and saves time on manual corrections.
QuickBooks
QuickBooks is widely used for rental payments and expense tracking. Flick Network will integrate on QuickBooks to create and validate invoices in XML format and deliver them automatically to the FTA. This keeps real estate firms compliant without extra effort.
Sage Intacct
Sage Intacct is a cloud finance system often used by contractors and facility managers. Flick Network will automate invoice creation on Sage, validate data and submit securely to the FTA. This helps companies maintain accurate records and steady cash flow.
The UAE e-invoicing deadline is getting closer and real estate businesses need to act soon.
Structured digital invoicing is required for B2B and B2G transactions to stay compliant. flick network helps simplify this shift with no workflow disruptions and keeps everything aligned with FTA requirements.
1. Is UAE E-invoicing mandatory for non-VAT registered real estate businesses?
Yes, if you issue B2B or B2G invoices, you must comply.
2. Does a B2C-only real estate company need UAE E-invoicing setup?
Yes, to receive purchase documents from suppliers through Peppol.
3. What format is required for UAE E-invoicing in real estate?
FTA requires structured XML format submitted via Peppol.
4. Can UAE E-invoicing in real estate be done manually?
No, bulk invoicing and validations require an automated solution.
5. Does UAE E-invoicing in real estate apply to leasing and rent invoicing?
Yes, if the invoice is issued to a business tenant or government client.
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