ICV Certification Guide UAE 2026: MoIAT Requirements Explained
The National In-Country Value (ICV) Program is no longer just a "nice to have." For any company wishing to do business with ADNOC, Aldar, or federal government entities, it is a binary requirement.
What Changed in 2026?
The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has updated the formula to weigh "Advanced Technology Adoption" more heavily.
- Old Formula: Focused heavily on local spend and hiring.
- New Formula: Gives bonus points for AI implementation and sustainable manufacturing.
The Certification Process
- Audited Financials: You need IFRS-compliant financial statements (not just management accounts).
- The Supplier Template: Every vendor you pay must be categorized. If they have an ICV certificate, their score flows into yours.
- Certifying Bodies: You must engage one of the authorized certifying bodies (ACBs).
Common Mistakes
- Double Counting: Claiming the same expense under "Investment" and "Third Party Spend."
- Wrong Vendor Codes: Using a general license number instead of the specific ICV certificate number of a supplier.
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- Pre-Audit Checks: Upload your draft calculation to see if it flags any MoIAT violations.
- Supplier Database: Search our database of 50,000+ UAE companies to instantly find their current ICV score.
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