Free Invoice Generator for United Arab Emirates

Create a professional United Arab Emirates invoice in UAE Dirham (AED) in under two minutes — no signup, no watermark, no fees. Built for freelancers, contractors and small businesses billing clients in United Arab Emirates.

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Invoicing in United Arab Emirates at a glance

Currency	UAE Dirham (AED, AED)
Tax system	VAT (Value Added Tax)
Standard rate	5%
Reduced rates	0% (exports, international transport, certain healthcare/education) and exempt supplies
Business tax ID	TRN — 15-digit Tax Registration Number (typically beginning 100)
Tax authority	Federal Tax Authority (FTA)
Date format	DD/MM/YYYY

What a United Arab Emirates invoice must include

The words "Tax Invoice" clearly displayed
Supplier name, address and TRN
Recipient name, address (and TRN where registered)
Unique sequential invoice number + invoice date
Description, quantity and unit price of goods/services
Total excluding VAT, VAT rate and VAT amount (in AED)
Gross total payable; discounts; reverse-charge statement if applicable

2026 update for United Arab Emirates: The UAE has charged a flat 5% VAT since 1 January 2018. It is rolling out mandatory e-invoicing under a Peppol-based model: a pilot starts July 2026, with Phase 1 mandatory from 1 January 2027 for businesses with AED 50M+ revenue. Only structured XML (UBL / PINT-AE) via an accredited service provider counts as a valid e-invoice.

How to create a United Arab Emirates invoice (free, no signup)

Add your business details — name, address and your TRN if you are registered.
Add line items and tax — list your goods or services, set the AED currency and apply 5% VAT where it applies.
Download and send — export a print-ready PDF and send it to your client. Start now in the free generator.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the United Arab Emirates invoice generator free?

Yes. Banana Invoice is 100% free for United Arab Emirates — create, customise and download professional invoices in UAE Dirham (AED) as a PDF with no signup, no watermark and no fees.

What tax do I charge on an invoice in United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates uses VAT (Value Added Tax), with a standard rate of 5%. You add the tax as a separate line on the invoice and show your TRN where required. The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) administers it.

What must a United Arab Emirates invoice include?

A compliant United Arab Emirates invoice should show your TRN, a unique invoice number and date, the buyer's details, a description of goods or services, the tax rate and amount, and the total payable in AED.

Do I need a TRN to send an invoice in United Arab Emirates?

If you are registered for VAT you must show your TRN on the invoice. Unregistered freelancers and small businesses can still send a simple invoice without charging tax.