E‑Invoicing Software in Egypt: 2025 Compliance Guide

Since 2022, the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA) has mandated electronic invoicing for VAT‑registered companies. By 2025, full compliance is the expectation—backed by penalties for failing to implement approved solutions. This guide explains ETA e‑invoicing, costs, timelines, and how to choose the right partner—plus a structured RFQ template and sample you can copy‑paste. Compare providers on Entasher and request proposals in minutes.

Market Snapshot (Egypt, 2025)

What ETA Requires

Issue all invoices electronically via the ETA platform/API.
Use approved software with digital signatures and validation.
Real‑time reporting and archiving for audits.

How Companies are Adopting

SMEs are moving to cloud SaaS e‑invoicing while mid/enterprise firms extend their ERP (e.g., Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP) with ETA connectors provided by system integrators.

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Cost & Pricing Breakdown (2025)

Solution Type	Typical Cost (USD)	Notes
SaaS E‑Invoicing (Cloud)	$50 – $200 / month	Ideal for SMEs; subscription model; quick to deploy
ERP Add‑On (Odoo/SAP/Dynamics)	$3,000 – $10,000 one‑time + support	For mid‑market; leverages existing ERP workflows
Custom Integration	$5,000 – $20,000+	Enterprises; complex workflows and automation

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Implementation Timeline

Assessment (2–3 weeks): map current invoicing flow, data model, and ERP/finance systems.

Implementation (4–8 weeks): software setup, API integration to ETA, user training.

Certification: pass ETA compliance tests and digital signature setup.

Go‑Live: all invoices issued electronically via the ETA portal/API.

Tight deadlines increase costs and reduce buffer for training—plan early.

Decision Framework: Which Choice Fits Your Business?

Business Type	Recommended Solution	Why
Small SME (10–50 invoices/mo)	Cloud SaaS	Low cost, quick setup, minimal IT overhead
Mid‑Market (100–500 invoices/mo)	ERP Add‑On (e.g., Odoo, Dynamics)	Seamless with finance, inventory, and tax workflows
Enterprise (500+ invoices/day)	Custom Integration + ERP	Scalability, automation, SLAs, high availability

Tip: ask for a sandbox demo connected to ETA’s test environment before awarding the full scope.

RFQ Template (Structured) + Copy‑Paste Sample

Include the fields below so providers can quote precisely and comparably:

Field	Details to Provide
Company & Contact	Company name, contact person, email, phone
Industry	Retail / FMCG / Services / Manufacturing / Other
Invoices per Month	e.g., 1,000; peak loads; credit notes volume
Current Systems	Manual / ERP (SAP / Odoo / Dynamics) / CRM
Scope Needed	E‑invoicing software, API integration, digital signature, training
Compliance	ETA certification, archiving, audit logs
Budget Range	e.g., $200/mo SaaS, or $10,000 integration
Timeline	Start date, go‑live deadline
Support	24/7 SLA? Arabic/English support? Onsite?
Notes	Mobile app, multi‑entity, multi‑currency, BI dashboards

Sample RFQ (Copy‑Paste)

Subject: RFQ – E‑Invoicing Software for ETA Compliance

Company: Delta Manufacturing Egypt
Contact: Mohamed Ali – CFO
Email: mohamed.ali@delta-eg.com   |   Mobile: +20‑1X‑XXX‑XXXX
Industry: Manufacturing

Invoices:
- ~3,500 invoices / month; credit notes ~150 / month

Current Stack:
- ERP: Odoo (local implementation)
- Need API integration with ETA + digital signature + archiving

Scope:
- Implement ETA‑approved e‑invoicing connector
- User training (finance + operations)
- 24/7 support SLA + quarterly compliance health‑check

Compliance:
- ETA certification, audit logs, and retention as per regulation

Budget & Timeline:
- Target budget ~ USD 12,000 implementation + annual support
- Go‑live within 8 weeks from kickoff

Please provide: (1) technical scope, (2) ETA sandbox demo plan,
(3) implementation timeline, (4) team CVs & references,
(5) pricing breakdown (setup + support), (6) compliance evidence.

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Success Stories

Case 1 — Egyptian SME (Retail)

A Cairo retailer issuing ~800 invoices/month implemented a cloud e‑invoicing solution via an Entasher provider. Cost: $150/month. Result: ETA compliance in 6 weeks and error reduction in VAT filings.

Case 2 — Large Manufacturer (Alexandria)

Integrated SAP with ETA through an Entasher‑verified integrator. Investment: ~$25,000. Benefits: real‑time compliance, faster audits, and elimination of penalty risk.

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FAQs

Is e‑invoicing mandatory in Egypt in 2025?

Yes. All VAT‑registered businesses must comply with ETA’s e‑invoicing requirements.

How long does implementation take?

Typically 4–8 weeks depending on scope, ERP complexity, and training.

Can SMEs use SaaS instead of ERP?

Yes—SaaS is common for SMEs due to lower upfront cost and faster deployment.

Do I need digital signatures?

Yes. ETA requires digital signatures and validation for each invoice.

What happens if I don’t comply?

Potential fines, legal exposure, and exclusion from government tenders.

Can I integrate with Odoo/Dynamics/SAP?

Yes—most ERPs have connectors or add‑ons; see Odoo partners and Dynamics partners.

Disclaimer: Pricing ranges are indicative for 2025 and vary by scope, ERP stack, integrations, SLAs, and provider capacity.

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