Daftra · Accounting software
Daftra
Arabic-first cloud accounting for MENA SMEs — invoicing, VAT and inventory with a fully Arabic interface and support.
Is Daftra worth it?
- free-zone companies: Daftra onboards free-zone entities on its published criteria.
Eligibility
- Not suitable for
- companies needing enterprise controls or a large third-party app marketplace — Daftra is a focused Arabic-first SME suite. Businesses wanting deep inventory or manufacturing modules
Business operations
- Free-zone companies
- Yes
Details
- Delivery model
- Cloud software — you run the books
- VAT & corporate tax
- VAT-compliant invoicing and filing-ready reports
- E-invoicing
- Not accredited for UAE e-invoicing mandate (accredited in KSA) — verify ASP status for your phase
- Best for
- Arabic-speaking teams that want a cheap, simple ledger
- Published pricing
- Paid tiers published on daftra.com
- Arabic interface
- Fully Arabic-first product
Documents you'll typically need
- TRN and FTA registration details
- Existing books or trial balance when switching providers
- Bank statements for the period to be reconciled
Typical pack for this category — the provider confirms the exact list on application.
Confirm UAE e-invoicing accreditation status with Daftra before relying on it for the mandate.
Verified answers
What does Daftra cover?
An Arabic-first all-in-one business platform: accounting, invoicing and payments, purchasing and inventory, an HRM platform, CRM and operations — positioned for non-accountants across 50+ industries.
Source: daftra.com · verified
Is Daftra e-invoicing compliant?
Daftra advertises full e-invoice compliance with ZATCA (the Saudi mandate); UAE-specific e-invoicing readiness should be confirmed with sales ahead of the FTA mandate phases.
Source: daftra.com · verified
Is there a free trial?
Yes — a free 14-day trial with free lifetime updates and 24/7 support; pricing tiers are not listed on the English site.
Source: daftra.com · verified
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Frequently asked questions
Is Daftra worth it for free-zone companies?
Yes — Daftra onboards free-zone entities on its published criteria.